Publisher's Synopsis
Audubon: An Intimate Life Of The American Woodsman by Stanley Clisby Arthur is a biography of John James Audubon, a renowned American ornithologist, naturalist, and artist. The book delves into Audubon's life, starting from his childhood in Haiti and France, to his travels across America, and his eventual success as a naturalist and artist.The book highlights Audubon's passion for birds and his dedication to studying and drawing them in their natural habitats. It also explores his struggles with poverty, bankruptcy, and personal tragedies, including the death of his wife and children.Arthur's biography provides a detailed account of Audubon's life and work, including his famous publication, The Birds of America, which featured over 400 hand-colored illustrations of birds. The book also sheds light on Audubon's relationship with his contemporaries, including Charles Darwin and Thomas Jefferson.Audubon: An Intimate Life Of The American Woodsman is a well-researched and engaging biography that offers readers a glimpse into the life of one of America's most celebrated naturalists and artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
