Synopsis
Useful Birds and Their Protection is a comprehensive book written by Edward Howe Forbush that explores the importance of birds in our environment and their role in maintaining ecological balance. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part discussing the different types of useful birds and their characteristics, including their habitats, food, and nesting habits. The second part of the book focuses on the protection and conservation of these birds, highlighting the various threats they face and the measures that can be taken to safeguard their populations.The book covers a wide range of bird species, including those that are beneficial to agriculture by controlling pests, those that help in pollination and seed dispersal, and those that are important for their aesthetic and cultural value. The author also provides insights into the historical and cultural significance of birds and their relationship with humans.Forbush's writing style is informative and engaging, with numerous illustrations and photographs that enhance the reader's understanding of the subject matter. The book is a valuable resource for bird enthusiasts, conservationists, and anyone interested in understanding the vital role that birds play in our ecosystem. Overall, Useful Birds and Their Protection is a must-read for anyone who cares about the environment and wants to learn more about the fascinating world of birds.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.
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Présentation de l'éditeur
The Shelf2Life Nature Studies Collection is a grouping of pre-1923 monographs focusing on the natural world and environment. Ranging from landscape surveys and field guides of flora and fauna to scientific studies of botany, biology and the environment, the collection provides a unique glimpse into the 19th and 20th century history of the study of our natural world. Given the rapid nature of environmental change and our scientific understanding of it, these volumes are an opportunity to learn about the landscapes of the past as well as the evolution of scientific discovery. Filled with photographs, illustrations and maps, the Nature Studies Collection offers naturalists, hobbyists, historians, gardeners, birders and anyone interested in our natural environment a fresh glimpse into our understanding of the world around us, as well as our place within it.
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