The Birds They Sang

Name: The Birds They Sang
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SKU: 9781908906366
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By Stanisław Łubieński

Summary

In The Birds They Sang, Stanisław Łubieński explores the captivating world of birds through a blend of personal anecdotes, historical insights, and scientific observations. The author delves into the human fascination with birds, examining how their melodies and behaviours have inspired and baffled us for centuries. It's a rich tapestry that intertwines nature with human culture, painting a vivid picture of our feathered companions.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the world of birds and the intersection between ornithology and human culture. It offers a blend of scientific insights and personal anecdotes, making it a captivating read for anyone interested in understanding the avian wonders around us and their impact on our lives.

This lyrical exploration of our relationships with birds, including in art and literature, is a must-read for fans of Helen Macdonald, John Lewis-Stempel and Robert Macfarlane. Winner of the readers' vote for the Nike Literary Award, Poland's most prestigious literary prize.

Description

Birds have inspired people since the dawn of time. They are the notes behind Mozart's genius, the colours behind Audubon's art, and ballet's swansong.

In The Birds They Sang, Stanisław Łubieński sheds light on some of history's most meaningful bird and human interactions, from historical bird watchers in a German POW camp, to Billy and Kes in A Kestrel for a Knave. He muses on what exactly Hitchcock's birds had in mind and reveals the true story behind the real James Bond. Undiscouraged by damp, discomfort, and a reed bunting's curse, Łubieński bears witness to the difficulties birds face today as people fail to accommodate them in rapidly changing times.

A soaring exploration of our fascination with birds, The Birds They Sang opens a vast realm of astonishing sounds, colours, and meanings—a complete world in which we humans are never alone.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Birds They Sang by Stanisław Łubieński is praised for its lyrical prose and insightful observations of avian life. Readers appreciate how it blends personal anecdotes with broader reflections on nature, creating a vivid connection to birdwatching. The book is noted for its ability to inspire a deeper appreciation for the natural world, capturing the beauty and melodious presence of birds in everyday life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781908906366

Publisher: Saqi Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 02 April 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The Westbourne Press

Illustration: 12 Colour Illustrations; 12 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 247.0mm

Height: 224.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 224

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Arts & Culture Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature Stanisław Łubieński

About the Author

Stanisław Łubieński first began observing birds in childhood through Soviet binoculars. Later, he took his hobby to a more serious level with trips to Hungary, Scandinavia and the Danube Delta. A regular contributor to newspapers and magazines, he is the co-author of a series of films about the life of migrants in Warsaw. The Birds They Sang won the readers’ vote for the Nike Literary award, Poland’s most prestigious literary prize.