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  • From Stardust to First Cells

    The Origin and Evolution of Early Life

    by Sankar Chatterjee ...
    Series series History (R0)
    This book presents a groundbreaking hypothesis to answer one of the greatest scientific mysteries: How did life begin? Like a detective piecing together seemingly disparate bits of evidence, Dr. Sankar Chatterjee combines the most recent discoveries in cosmology, geology, chemistry, information systems, and biology, weaving a vast tapestry from the threads of current research. Dr. Chatterjee ... Read more

    $134.09 USD

  • The Rise of Birds

    225 Million Years of Evolution

    by Sankar Chatterjee ...
    The most comprehensive account of the origin of ancient and modern birds—the "living dinosaurs."A small set of fossilized bones discovered almost thirty years ago led paleontologist Sankar Chatterjee on a lifelong quest to understand their place in our understanding of the history of life. They were clearly the bones of something unusual, a bird-like creature that lived long, long ago in the age ... Read more

    $51.99 USD

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  • The Big Year

    A Tale of Man, Nature, and Fowl Obsession

    by Mark Obmascik ...
    A thrilling birdwatching adventure and true story of obsession, The Big Year chronicles the fiercely competitive quest of three men racing across North America to shatter a birding record for the ages.Every January 1, a quirky crowd storms out across North America for a spectacularly competitive event called a Big Year—a grand, expensive, and occasionally vicious 365-day marathon of birdwatching. ... Read more

    $13.99 USD

    Also available as: Audiobooks

    Also available as: Audiobooks

  • What the Robin Knows

    How Birds Reveal the Secrets of the Natural World

    by Jon Young ...
    A guide to listening to songbirds—the key to observing nature in a whole new way. Includes audio of bird vocalizations!A lifelong birder, tracker, and naturalist, Jon Young is guided in his work and teaching by three basic premises: the robin, junco, and other songbirds know everything important about their environment, be it backyard or forest; by tuning in to their vocalizations and behavior, we ... Read more

    $11.59 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Rare Encounters with Ordinary Birds

    A Bird Book for Adults

    by Lyanda Lynn Haupt ...
    An ornithology researcher reveals the amazing talents and personalities of common birds in this joyful celebration for backyard bird watchers and nature lovers.Some birdwatchers will hop the red-eye to Costa Rica if a rare species is reported to be in residence. Here, author Lyanda Lynn Haupt makes the argument for sticking close to home. She muses on the tarnished reputation of the starling, the ... Read more

    $9.99 USD

  • Grow a Hummingbird Garden

    Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletin A-167

    by Dale Evva Gelfand ...
    Series Book 167 - Storey Country Wisdom Bulletin
    Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life. ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Two Owls at Eton - A True Story

    by Jonathan Franklin ...
    'A CLASSIC OF WILDLIFE WRITING' – THE FIELDListed as one of its five best nature books - 2010 Country LifeWhen Jonathan Franklin takes two baby tawny owls back to Eton, he has no idea how chaotic the following months will be. The birds show no respect for Etonian routine and tradition. They trash his room and rule his daily life, and are known throughout the school as 'Dum' and 'Dee'. Although a ... Read more

    $9.69 USD

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Understanding Bird Behaviour

    by Mr Stephen Moss ...
    The way birds behave is one of the vital keys to accurate identification and this book provides the experienced instruction needed to understand and get the most out of watching birds.The guide covers all the fundamental types of bird behaviour, including movement, feeding, breeding, migration, navigation, distribution, range, life and death, all of which are illustrated with beautiful photographs ... Read more

    $19.99 USD

  • Most Popular Birds In The USA

    Children's Picture Book of Birds

    by Speedy Publishing ...
    Series series Bird Fun and Facts
    There are many reasons a child would enjoy a Most Popular Birds in the USA themed book. Firstly, birds have colorful feathers that offer a wide range of beauty and intrigue. Second is the fascinating stories about the locations where the flying wonders can be found. Of course, brief descriptions of their habits, including migration patterns, nesting, and food sources, can inspire the desire to ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Tropical Birds

    Series series Periplus Nature Guides
    This handy birdwatching field guide is an excellent introduction to the fantastic array of birds found in Southeast Asia.Southeast Asia is home to a remarkable array of bird species—the most diverse on Earth. These birds range in size from the tiny Orange-bellied Flowerpeckers living within the rainforest, to massive White-bellied Sea-Eagles. They vary in color from drab, olive babblers, to ... Read more

    $6.29 USD

  • The Life of Buzzards

    by Peter Dare ...
    This is a much-needed and authoritative account of Common Buzzards gained from extensive studies by the author over 60 years and also from enthusiasts in this country and across northern Europe. The accounts describe the life history and ecology of Buzzards mainly inhabiting the British uplands where historically they have always been most numerous. For the first time, population activities are ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • Wing-Tips - The Identification of Birds in Flight

    by Roland Green ...
    This antique text contains a detailed yet accessible treatise on bird flight and how to identify birds based on how they fly. This book is intended principally for the ordinary bird-lovers who, without being ornithologists, are interested in bird life and look with wonder at birds in flight wishing to know more of how they fly and why their flight differs so much from species to species. The ... Read more

    $6.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus