Cassell's book of birds; vol. 2 by Alfred Edmund Brehm
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"Cassell's Book of Birds; Vol. 2" by Alfred Edmund Brehm is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This volume forms part of a comprehensive collection dedicated to the study and description of various bird species, particularly focusing on different families of birds of prey, including hawks, eagles, and owls. The book is rich in detail about the anatomy, behavior, and habitats of these birds, aiding ornithologists and enthusiasts alike
in understanding avian life. The opening of the book begins with a detailed introduction to hawks, outlining their physical attributes and behaviors. Brehm describes the characteristics that distinguish hawks from their relatives, such as falcons, emphasizing their unique plumage and adaptability. He introduces specific species, including the Laughing Hawk and Sparrow Hawk, detailing their habitats, hunting techniques, and nesting behaviors. This section offers a blend of descriptive natural history and engaging anecdotes about the hawks' lives, setting the stage for further exploration of various bird families throughout the volume. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Brehm, Alfred Edmund, 1829-1884 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Jones, Thomas Rymer, 1810-1880 |
| Title | Cassell's book of birds; vol. 2 |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (archive.org) |
| 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. | 57450 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57450-9 |
| Release Date | Jul 5, 2018 |
| Last Update | Jun 15, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 614 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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