Bird-Lore, Volume I-1899

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Various

Contributor:

Chapman, Frank M. (Frank Michler), 1864-1945.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Bird-Lore, Volume I-1899" by Various is a bi-monthly magazine devoted to the study and protection of birds, written in the late 19th century. Edited by Frank M. Chapman, the publication serves as an official organ of the Audubon Societies and includes contributions from various ornithologists and bird enthusiasts. The magazine aims to engage readers in ornithology through articles, illustrations, and reports focused on bird behavior, conservation efforts, and educational programs related to avian life. At the start of "Bird-Lore," the reader is introduced to the magazine's purpose and initial contributions, including compositions by well-known figures like John Burroughs. The opening piece highlights the arrival of spring warblers, capturing the beauty and intricacy of observing these migratory birds. Burroughs reflects on his experiences in nature while encouraging readers to develop their observational skills. The magazine also outlines various features aimed at both casual observers and serious students, such as tips for bird-watching, photography guidelines, and articles on encouraging bird studies among children. This introduction establishes "Bird-Lore" as a vital resource for anyone interested in the world of birds and their conservation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Garcia, Bryan Ness, Tom Cosmas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Library of Congress)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2014-11-30