Jack Gedney
The Private Lives of Public Birds: Learning to Listen to the Birds Where We Live
The Private Lives of Public Birds: Learning to Listen to the Birds Where We Live
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A book about appreciating common birds through songs, stories, and science, written by Jack Gedney, a dedicated birdwatcher and teacher. Each essay illuminates the life of a single species and its relationship to humans, and how these species can help us understand birds in general.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2022
Publisher: Heyday Books
A captivating book that delves into the captivating world of common birds, offering a deeper appreciation for their songs, stories, and scientific wonders. Written with a blend of scientific expertise and poetic sensibility, this intimate and personal exploration invites readers to slow down and observe the birds that grace our daily lives with renewed wonder. Author Jack Gedney's meticulous studies of birds provide profound insights into the identity, beauty, and significance of these feathered creatures. Through fifteen captivating essays, Gedney intricately weaves poetic references with up-to-date biological knowledge, illuminating the lives of individual species and their profound connections with humans. From the mesmerizing speed and shimmering beauty of the Annas hummingbird to the intricate nest-building skills of turkey vultures and the ecological importance of red-tailed hawks, Gedney celebrates the diversity and magnificence of birds. Recognizing that we often hear birds more than we see them, he offers his expertise as a birdwatcher and teacher to help readers identify bird songs and calls, unlocking the hidden messages they convey. This book will transform the way you perceive the avian chorus at your suet feeder, as you embark on a journey into the enchanting world of these extraordinary birds, each brought to life with hand-drawn portraits by artist Anna Kus Park.
Dimension: 215 x 139 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781597145749
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