An Introduction To The Birds Of Australia (1848) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436774918)

""An Introduction to the Birds of Australia"" is a comprehensive guide to the avian species found in Australia, written by the renowned ornithologist John Gould. Originally published in 1848, the book features detailed descriptions and illustrations of over 600 bird species, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors. Gould's observations are based on his extensive travels throughout Australia, where he had the opportunity to study and collect specimens of numerous bird species. The book is divided into sections based on the birds' taxonomic classification, and includes a glossary of scientific terms and a list of species discovered since the book's publication. This classic work is an essential reference for bird enthusiasts, naturalists, and anyone interested in the unique and diverse bird life of Australia.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.

Author: John Gould
ISBN-10: 1436774918
ISBN-13: 9781436774918
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 148
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.32d