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Engineered by evolution to thrive in the wild
How Birds Work goes beyond the typical field guide to show us not only what birds look like but why. Why do many owls have asymmetrical ear openings? (Hint: It helps them pinpoint prey; see page 40.) And why does the Grey Heron rest on one leg at a time? (Hint: Not because it’s tired; see page 66!) Birds boast a spectacular array of adaptations suited to their incredibly diverse diets and habitats. In this in-depth handbook, discover the ways they’re even more astounding than you know—inside and out. Detailed analysis and illustrations illuminate: Skeleton, Muscles, Circulation, Digestion, Respiration, Reproduction, Feathers, Colors and Patterns, and much, much more!
This file is NOT currently available for Kindle. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have difficulties with downloading, please email us (at publicity@theexperimentpublishing.com) for...
This file is NOT currently available for Kindle. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you have difficulties with downloading, please email us (at publicity@theexperimentpublishing.com) for assistance or leave a note in lieu of a review rating.
Engineered by evolution to thrive in the wild
How Birds Work goes beyond the typical field guide to show us not only what birds look like but why. Why do many owls have asymmetrical ear openings? (Hint: It helps them pinpoint prey; see page 40.) And why does the Grey Heron rest on one leg at a time? (Hint: Not because it’s tired; see page 66!) Birds boast a spectacular array of adaptations suited to their incredibly diverse diets and habitats. In this in-depth handbook, discover the ways they’re even more astounding than you know—inside and out. Detailed analysis and illustrations illuminate: Skeleton, Muscles, Circulation, Digestion, Respiration, Reproduction, Feathers, Colors and Patterns, and much, much more!
Great book to have around when you wonder about anything having to do with birds.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
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Reviewer 573286
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I LOVED this book. As someone who likes birds but is not a birder per-say I believe this is an excellent book for any level of bird enthusiast. Gorgeous illustrations and a wonderful flow to the book makes reading this a delight. It's "Popular Mechanics" meets birds and it is just so cool to read. This is the kind of book I would not only read once but also flip through often. I would also see this being a great gift for all ages.
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Richelle W, Reviewer
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This book is fantastic! I am fascinated by the delicate beauty of birds. As far as a full knowledge of species or habits I have to admit I am not knowledgeable. This book was a treasure trove of information I truly learned so much and I really enjoyed reading this book and looking at the pictures and illustrations.
I believe this is an excellent book for any level of bird enthusiast because the detailed information is presented very well. The illustrations are beautiful and the order and way the information is presented is absolutely excellent.
This is a fascinating reference guide fir anyone interested in birdies and would be the perfect gift for bird watchers and enthusiasts alike. I highly recommend this book I loved it.
I received this book from NetGalley and the publisher for an honest review.
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Librarian 391714
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Super neat to see bird forms broken down section by section, bit by bit to reveal the function of birds.
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Randal W, Reviewer
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What a gem of a book! Easy to read, wonderful photos, lavishly illustrated, loaded with interesting information. Even after a lifetime of studying birds, I was still able to learn a lot here. It is really that good! Everything from the evolution of birds, to each of their systems (muscles, nerves, senses, etc). Highly recommend!
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penny s, Reviewer
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This is a stunning book that covers everything about birds, from their history to their feathers and everything in-between. The twelve chapters each focus on a specific area. Within each chapter there is a wealth of information in various formats. The scientific knowledge is readable and informative, not dense academic language or overly basic. The photos are varied and wonderful. The illustrations, diagrams, and charts add to each system and help to enhance comprehension. While avian focused, key science topic sidebars also help the reader learn about differences of a bird's system.
Taylor's illustrated guide covers key avian systems and helps you to understand How Birds Work. It can be enjoyed by a variety of readers -- as a picture book, as a basic text to understand key science concepts, as one to refresh memory. It deserves a space on your bookshelf. I hope to add it to mine soon.
This review was written to late April birdsong.
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Tara H, Librarian
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I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. This is a really cool book about birds and a great gift for any birdwatcher.. There’s historical information, interesting information, great pictures and excellent illustrations about birds. Kids will really like this one as will adults.
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Becca B, Reviewer
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I'd definitely consider myself a birder, and I thought this was really engaging and helpful. Alongside David Sibley's new book, I think this is a great primer for casual birders to better understand the avian beauties they watch.
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Sara T, Educator
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Excellently laid out and paced book to introduce the anatomy of birds, as well as some fascinating adaptations.
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Kim C, Educator
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This book was fantastic! It has chapters that cover every aspect of bird life.
We learn about how feathers help birds, about the bone structure, how birds breathe, their muscle and circulatory systems, eggs, and so much more. Every aspect of bird biology is covered in detail in its own chapter.
The illustrations are great. I found enough detail in them and each was appropriate to the accompanying text.
You don't have to be a birder to appreciate this book. Anyone who is curious about birds will find something here. It's also a good resource to have on hand if you are learning ornithology or just curious about birds in general. I think it would be a great introductory textbook for a class on birds at the high school level. It can also be used as a reference source for details about the various systems in a bird's body and how they function.
I think the only thing that I didn't like about it was that it ended so quickly. There was not really a concluding wrap-up chapter; it just ended. I thought that was rather abrupt. But it doesn't detract from the usefulness of the rest of the information in this book. Just my perception. If it is used as a reference source, then there really is no need for a concluding chapter, is there?
Thoroughly enjoyable and easy to read. Chock full of fascinating details. It held my attention and increased my knowledge of birds. Definitely worth five stars.
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Librarian 299542
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This is just to say that I sat down and devoured this gem about the natural engineering feats that are birds. Utterly fascinating book!
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Laura T, Reviewer
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A very easy, informative book about all things avian.
Although it is very easy to read, this does not mean it was not informative, or delve into very intersting aspects of all things birds.
From their feathers, to their bones, to their eyes, there is so much to know about birds.
Great book to have around when you wonder about anything having to do with birds.
Thanks to Netgalley for making this book available for an honest review.
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Reviewer 573286
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I LOVED this book. As someone who likes birds but is not a birder per-say I believe this is an excellent book for any level of bird enthusiast. Gorgeous illustrations and a wonderful flow to the book makes reading this a delight. It's "Popular Mechanics" meets birds and it is just so cool to read. This is the kind of book I would not only read once but also flip through often. I would also see this being a great gift for all ages.
5 stars
5 stars
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Richelle W, Reviewer
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This book is fantastic! I am fascinated by the delicate beauty of birds. As far as a full knowledge of species or habits I have to admit I am not knowledgeable. This book was a treasure trove of information I truly learned so much and I really enjoyed reading this book and looking at the pictures and illustrations.
I believe this is an excellent book for any level of bird enthusiast because the detailed information is presented very well. The illustrations are beautiful and the order and way the information is presented is absolutely excellent.
This is a fascinating reference guide fir anyone interested in birdies and would be the perfect gift for bird watchers and enthusiasts alike. I highly recommend this book I loved it.
I received this book from NetGalley and the publisher for an honest review.
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Librarian 391714
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Super neat to see bird forms broken down section by section, bit by bit to reveal the function of birds.
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
Was this review helpful?
Randal W, Reviewer
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
What a gem of a book! Easy to read, wonderful photos, lavishly illustrated, loaded with interesting information. Even after a lifetime of studying birds, I was still able to learn a lot here. It is really that good! Everything from the evolution of birds, to each of their systems (muscles, nerves, senses, etc). Highly recommend!
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
Was this review helpful?
penny s, Reviewer
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
This is a stunning book that covers everything about birds, from their history to their feathers and everything in-between. The twelve chapters each focus on a specific area. Within each chapter there is a wealth of information in various formats. The scientific knowledge is readable and informative, not dense academic language or overly basic. The photos are varied and wonderful. The illustrations, diagrams, and charts add to each system and help to enhance comprehension. While avian focused, key science topic sidebars also help the reader learn about differences of a bird's system.
Taylor's illustrated guide covers key avian systems and helps you to understand How Birds Work. It can be enjoyed by a variety of readers -- as a picture book, as a basic text to understand key science concepts, as one to refresh memory. It deserves a space on your bookshelf. I hope to add it to mine soon.
This review was written to late April birdsong.
5 stars
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5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
Was this review helpful?
Tara H, Librarian
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
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I received an arc of this title from NetGalley for an honest review. This is a really cool book about birds and a great gift for any birdwatcher.. There’s historical information, interesting information, great pictures and excellent illustrations about birds. Kids will really like this one as will adults.
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
Was this review helpful?
Becca B, Reviewer
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
I'd definitely consider myself a birder, and I thought this was really engaging and helpful. Alongside David Sibley's new book, I think this is a great primer for casual birders to better understand the avian beauties they watch.
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
Was this review helpful?
Sara T, Educator
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
Excellently laid out and paced book to introduce the anatomy of birds, as well as some fascinating adaptations.
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
Was this review helpful?
Kim C, Educator
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
This book was fantastic! It has chapters that cover every aspect of bird life.
We learn about how feathers help birds, about the bone structure, how birds breathe, their muscle and circulatory systems, eggs, and so much more. Every aspect of bird biology is covered in detail in its own chapter.
The illustrations are great. I found enough detail in them and each was appropriate to the accompanying text.
You don't have to be a birder to appreciate this book. Anyone who is curious about birds will find something here. It's also a good resource to have on hand if you are learning ornithology or just curious about birds in general. I think it would be a great introductory textbook for a class on birds at the high school level. It can also be used as a reference source for details about the various systems in a bird's body and how they function.
I think the only thing that I didn't like about it was that it ended so quickly. There was not really a concluding wrap-up chapter; it just ended. I thought that was rather abrupt. But it doesn't detract from the usefulness of the rest of the information in this book. Just my perception. If it is used as a reference source, then there really is no need for a concluding chapter, is there?
Thoroughly enjoyable and easy to read. Chock full of fascinating details. It held my attention and increased my knowledge of birds. Definitely worth five stars.
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
5 stars
Was this review helpful?
Librarian 299542
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
4 stars
This is just to say that I sat down and devoured this gem about the natural engineering feats that are birds. Utterly fascinating book!
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