{"title":"Kenn Kaufman","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of Kenn Kaufman, a distinguished name in the world of ornithology and natural science writing. Known for his engaging prose and deep expertise, Kaufman offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the avian world, showcasing his passion for birdwatching and nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his celebrated works, \u003cem\u003eThe Birds That Audubon Missed\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a captivating exploration of bird species that eluded John James Audubon in his renowned documentation of North American birds. With meticulous research and a keen eye, Kaufman brings these lesser-known species into the spotlight, infusing his narrative with both scientific rigor and storytelling finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are an avid birdwatcher or a curious nature enthusiast, exploring our Kenn Kaufman collection will enrich your understanding of the natural world. His works perfectly blend scientific insight with a conversational tone, making complex concepts accessible and engaging for all readers. Dive into Kaufman’s books to embark on a journey of discovery, appreciation, and wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-birds-that-audubon-missed-by-kenn-kaufman-9781668007594","title":"The Birds That Audubon Missed","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRenowned naturalist Kenn Kaufman examines the scientific discoveries of John James Audubon and his artistic and ornithologist peers in this fascinating “blend of history, science, art, biography, and memoir” (\u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e, starred review) that is “a bird lovers’ delight” (\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRaging ambition. Towering egos. Competition under a veneer of courtesy. Heroic effort combined with plagiarism, theft, exaggeration, and fraud. This was the state of bird study in eastern North America during the early 1800s, as a handful of intrepid men raced to find the last few birds that were still unknown to science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most famous name in the bird world was John James Audubon, who painted spectacular portraits of birds. But although his images were beautiful, creating great art was not his main goal. Instead, he aimed to illustrate (and write about) as many different species as possible, obsessed with trying to outdo his rival, Alexander Wilson. George Ord, a fan and protégé of Wilson, held a bitter grudge against Audubon for years, claiming he had faked much of his information and his scientific claims. A few of Audubon’s birds were pure fiction, and some of his writing was invented or plagiarized. Other naturalists of the era, including Charles Bonaparte (nephew of Napoleon), John Townsend, and Thomas Nuttall, also became entangled in the scientific derby, as they stumbled toward an understanding of the natural world—an endeavour that continues to this day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite this intense competition, a few species—including some surprisingly common songbirds, hawks, sandpipers, and more—managed to evade discovery for years. Here, renowned bird expert and artist Kenn Kaufman explores this period in history from a new angle, by considering the birds these people discovered and, especially, the ones they missed. Kaufman has created portraits of the birds that Audubon never saw, attempting to paint them in that artist’s own stunning style, showing how our understanding of birds continues to gain clarity, even as some mysteries persist from Audubon’s time until ours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552464326892,"sku":"9781668007594","price":63.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24293953482781.jpg?v=1750046621"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kenn-kaufman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}