Bird Portraits by Ernest Thompson Seton and Ralph Hoffmann
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"Bird Portraits" by Ernest Thompson Seton and Ralph Hoffmann is a collection of ornithological illustrations and descriptive texts created in the early 20th century. This book showcases a selection of North American birds, emphasizing their unique characteristics, behaviors, and songs. Each bird is presented with both a detailed portrait and engaging narrative that captures the essence of their life cycles and habitats. The book contains short chapters dedicated to various bird species,
including the Song Sparrow, Flicker, and Baltimore Oriole, among others. Each chapter provides an illustration along with informative descriptions that cover aspects such as nesting habits, feeding behavior, and distinctive vocalizations. The authors impart a sense of appreciation for these birds, highlighting their beauty and the importance of their roles within nature. Through heartfelt prose and striking imagery, "Bird Portraits" encourages readers to observe and protect these creatures, fostering a deeper connection to the avian world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Illustrator | Seton, Ernest Thompson, 1860-1946 |
|---|---|
| Commentator | Hoffmann, Ralph, 1870-1932 |
| LoC No. | 01031792 |
| Title | Bird Portraits |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52600 |
| Release Date | Jul 18, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 432 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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