A biannual magazine dedicated to creative writing dealing with birds.
Archive for 2009
This may be of interest to anyone in the Atlanta area at the end of this month. John Yow, the author of The Armchair Birder, will be discussing his book. I’ve been curious about the book since it was listed on Amazon, so I’m hoping to be able to make it to the presentation. Here’s […]
Princeton has just published a wonderful Encyclopedia of Birds. I just wanted everyone to be aware that it appears to be a softcover version of the 2003 Firefly Encyclopedia of Birds. I do not know if it has been updated in any way, but from a quick glance it looks the same. I think it’s […]
March 2, 2009
The Wisdom of Birds: An Illustrated History of Ornithology
Reviews, Books, Biology & Behaviorby Tim Birkhead
What we know about birds, their biology, and behavior. And the even more fascinating story behind that knowledge.
February 23, 2009
Prairie Spring: A Journey Into the Heart of a Season
Reviews, Books, Miscellaneous
The only thing better than bird books is cheap bird books! Here are some bargains I’ve found on Amazon. FYI: some of these are remaindered, so there may be a sticker on the cover, or a black mark on the bottom. I’ve bought remaindered books from Amazon before, though, and these have yet to be […]
February 11, 2009
Wesley the Owl: The Remarkable Love Story of an Owl and His Girl
Reviews, Books, Miscellaneousby Stacey O'Brien
This story of a woman and her owl is fascinating, utterly amazing, and even educational.
I’ve just become aware of another bird book site – Avian Books. There is a ton of reviews, as well as lists of books by geographic region. The owner’s goal is to list and review all of his 1,200+ bird books. And I thought I had alot! Another fantastic resource is the Tigrina Times, the […]
by Tui De Roy, Mark Jones, and Julian Fritter
This family guide is every bit as well-designed and beautiful as the birds it features.
January 28, 2009
Birds in Flight: The Art and Science of How Birds Fly
Reviews, Books, Art & Photography, Reviews, Books, Biology & Behaviorby Carrol L. Henderson
An exploration and celebration of this most fascinating aspects of birds’ lives.
