Everyday birds: Elementary studies

Everyday birds: Elementary studies

Exploring the Fascinating World of North American BirdlifeBy Bradford Torrey
Michael Caine
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Length2h 18m

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In "Everyday Birds: Elementary Studies," Bradford Torrey presents a profound yet accessible examination of the avian world, shedding light on the everyday birds that inhabit the landscapes around us. Written in a charming, observational style, Torrey's work weaves natural history with personal anecdotes, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and intricacies of birdlife. This text reflects the late 19th-century American literary context, characterized by a burgeoning interest in nature writing and scientific observation, positioned between Romanticism and the burgeoning field of ornithology. Bradford Torrey was a noted ornithologist and naturalist whose lifelong passion for birds informed much of his writing. Influenced by contemporaries like John Burroughs, Torrey'Äôs work also embodies a spirit of scientific inquiry balanced with poetic reverie. His keen observations and empathetic understanding of wildlife reveal a deep commitment to conservation and education, aspects likely motivated by his own extensive experiences in the field. "Everyday Birds" is an essential read for both ornithology enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Torrey's eloquent prose invites readers to look closely at their surroundings, enhancing both awareness and appreciation for the avian companions that share our world. Delve into this enriching study and rekindle your connection with nature through the lens of our feathered friends.

Audiobook details

GenreScience and Nature
Length2 hrs 18 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1I TWO LITTLE KINGS
12XII THE KINGBIRD
2II THE CHICKADEE
13XIII THE HUMMINGBIRD
3III THE BROWN CREEPER
14XIV THE CHIMNEY SWIFT
4IV THE BROWN THRASHER
15XV NIGHTHAWK AND WHIP-POOR-WILL
5V THE BUTCHER-BIRD
16XVI THE FLICKER
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6VI THE SCARLET TANAGER
17XVII THE BITTERN
7VII THE SONG SPARROW
18XVIII BIRDS FOR EVERYBODY
8VIII THE FIELD SPARROW AND THE CHIPPER
19XIX WINTER PENSIONERS
9IX SOME APRIL SPARROWS
20XX WATCHING THE PROCESSION
10X THE ROSE-BREASTED GROSBEAK
21XXI SOUTHWARD BOUND
11XI THE BLUE JAY

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