Bizarre Birds - Peterson Field Guides for Young Naturalists
Hardback (26 Apr 1999)
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This new series is designed with the beginner in mind. Featuring the original art of celebrated naturalist Roger Tory Peterson; incorporating the Peterson Identification System, the most effective method for bird identification; and using a straightforward design. This series makes field guides accessible and appealing to children. Roger Tory Peterson was the inventor of the modern field guide. Known as the father of modern bird watching, he has been called "the greatest conservationist who ever walked this planet" (ornithologist Chandler S. Robbins). More than anyone else in the twentieth century, his work as an artist, photographer, writer, editor, educator, and conservationist has increased environmental awareness and helped millions to understand and enjoy the natural world. For his work, Dr. Peterson received every major award in the field of conservation; twenty-three honorary degrees from major universities; and the United States' highest civilian award, the Presidential Medal o
Book information
ISBN: | 9780395952139 |
Publisher: | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt |
Imprint: | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Books for Young Readers |
Pub date: | 26 Apr 1999 |
DEWEY: | 598 |
DEWEY edition: | 21 |
Language: | English |
Number of pages: | 48 |
Weight: | 230g |
Height: | 222mm |
Width: | 140mm |
Spine width: | 10mm |