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  • Non-fiction
  • 2024
  • First American edition.

The bird book

the stories, science, and history of birds

Rob Hume

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Birds are dinosaurs, with a history going back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep in history and our close association is reflected in creation stories, myths, legends, songs, and children's stories. This book explores both the natural history of birds and that deep cultural connection. From their evolution and anatomy to their behaviour and diversity, spanning tiny dunnocks hiding in bushes to ostriches strong enough to knock out a lion. Articles cover a group, such as hawks, finches, swans, or birds of paradise, moving the focus away from a predictable species-by-species account and allowing for truly global coverage.

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Title Statement The bird book: the stories, science, and history of birds / Rob Hume (lead author) and 6 others.
Alternative Title(s) DK Smithsonian the bird book
DK the bird book
Author Hume, Rob
Publication New York: DK Publishing,2024.
Edition First American edition.
Extent of Item 320 pages
ISBN 9780593844069 (hardcover)
Other Number pr07568049
General Notes Includes index.
Summary Birds are dinosaurs, with a history going back millions of years. Our fascination with them runs deep in history and our close association is reflected in creation stories, myths, legends, songs, and children's stories. This book explores both the natural history of birds and that deep cultural connection. From their evolution and anatomy to their behaviour and diversity, spanning tiny dunnocks hiding in bushes to ostriches strong enough to knock out a lion. Articles cover a group, such as hawks, finches, swans, or birds of paradise, moving the focus away from a predictable species-by-species account and allowing for truly global coverage.
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By Topic Birds--History
Birds--Identification
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