Audubon's Birds of America
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The greatest masterpiece of bird art in the palm of your hand. John James Audubon's Birds of America (originally published 1827 1838) is one of the landmarks of American art, and of natural history illustration. This miniature book presents exquisite reproductions of all 435 hand-colored engravings from the original Birds of America. The renowned ornithologist Roger Tory Peterson and his wife, the scientist Virginia Marie Peterson, have arranged the birds in modern taxonomic order and contributed an introduction about Audubon's life and career. The Tiny Folio edition of The Birds of America will be the perfect little gift for any bird lover. SELLING POINTS: . A vibrant new edition of our best-selling mini book that includes all 435 plates from John James Audubon's masterwork The Birds of America . Features a beautiful new cover with foil stamping, and improved printing throughout . Edited and with an introduction by renowned ornithologist Roger Tory Peterson and his wife, the scientist Virginia Marie Peterson . The perfect gift for all bird lovers
Additional information
| ISBN | 9780789215093 |
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| Dimensions | 101 x 111 mm |
| Book Type | Hardback |
| Author | Roger Tory Peterson |
| Author Bio | Roger Tory Peterson established himself as America's leading ornithologist with his best-selling Field Guide to the Birds. Like Audubon, Peterson received many honorary degrees and awards, including the Presidential Medal of Honor. Virginia Marie Peterson was a scientist and an expert on the environmental effects of oil spills. |
| Number of Pages | 480 |
