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The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of the Whole Stupid World
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This book is ideal for casual bird enthusiasts and serious birders who enjoy a humorous take on nature. It suits readers who appreciate sharp wit and silly humour combined with actual bird facts. Also recommended for those who find traditional bird guides intimidating or dull, as well as for people looking for entertaining gifts with a natural science twist.
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Following in the footsteps of the bestselling book, The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America, this hilarious sequel ventures beyond North America to identify the stupidest birds around the world.
Featuring birds from North and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe, and Oceania, author Matt Kracht identifies the dumb birds that manage to live all over the freaking place with snarky, yet accurate, names and humorous, anger-filled drawings.
This guide book details exactly how much these morons suck with facts about each bird's (annoying) call, its (stupid) migratory pattern, and its (downright tacky) markings.
Complete with a matching game, bird descriptor checklist, and tips on how to identify a bird (you can tell a lot by looking into a bird's eyes, for example), this book offers a balance of fact and wit that will appeal to hardcore birders and casual bird lovers (and haters) alike.
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Critics praise the book for its sharp wit and funny yet informative style. The Washington Post describes it as "sort of natural science reimagined as a spurned lover's drunken rant." C.J. Box, a New York Times bestselling author, calls it "the funniest book I've read" and notes that it is a much-loved addition to his home library. Buzzfeed highlights the book’s NSFW names and descriptions that guarantee laughs, even for those who don’t bird-watch. Geek Mom appreciates the balance of humour and facts, making it enjoyable for newcomers. Overall, the book is celebrated for providing a funny and accessible alternative to traditional, serious bird guides.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781797212272
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 14 October 2021
Country: United States
Imprint: Chronicle Books
Illustration: full-color throughout
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 178.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 192
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About the Author
Matt Kracht is an amateur birder, writer, and illustrator who enjoys creating books that celebrate the humour inherent in life's absurdities. Based in Seattle, he enjoys gazing out the window at the beautiful waters of Puget Sound and making fun of birds.
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