A Year of Birdsong
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A Year of Birdsong
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A Year of Birdsong
A Year of Birdsong explores 52 birds and their songs, each accompanied by a charming illustration by Madeleine Floyd and a QR code that allows you to listen to this soundtrack to life, a natural wonder that has captivated and fascinated generations.
One of the world's leading bird experts and writers, Dominic Couzens, takes you on a journey around the world to listen to 52 amazing birdsongs, one for every week of the year. From the Nightingale's song that has inspired the finest poetry to the mating song of the Lyrebird in Australia, from caged bird sounds to the Blackbird's influence on classical music.
The latest research on the cuckoo call sits next to duets of the Lawrence's thrush. All aspects of birdsong are covered, from why birds sing and bird behaviour to the musicality of the notes, from birdsong in art to the power of birdsong in bird communication.
Each of these fascinating stories is accompanied by stunning illustrations by award-winning artist Madeleine Floyd and a QR code to let you listen to the actual birdsong while you read.
Immerse yourself in the wonder of birdsong. After a year of upheaval, this is the perfect tonic whether you are an avid birdwatcher or just want to understand the beautiful soundtrack to our natural world.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781849947305
Publisher: Batsford
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 September 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Batsford
Illustration: 52 colour illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Madeleine Floyd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 221.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Dominic Couzens is a British author and journalist specialising in avian and natural history subjects. He contributes regularly to BBC Wildlife magazine and is aprofessional field trip guide. His critically acclaimed books include The Secret Lives of Garden Birds and The Secret Lives of British Birds, and The Secret Lives of Garden Wildlife. He is also the author of A Bird a Day and A Year of Birdsong. He lives in Dorset. Madeleine Floyd is one of Britain's best-loved artists. She works from her studio in London and is widely commissioned around the world. Madeleine's creative talent is one of remarkable depth and diversity. She paints, she draws, she writes and she illustrates.This versatility allows Madeleine to produce hugely successfulexhibitions, write and illustrate her own books. She has a particular passion for wildlife.
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