Field Guide To the Birds 2ND Edition Revised & Enlarged [Hardcover] Roger Tory Peterson

Description

Former library copy. Hardcover has some wear, fading, and slight fraying at top of spine. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This revised and enlarged second edition of Roger Tory Peterson’s seminal “Field Guide To the Birds” is a true classic in the realm of natural history literature. Originally published in 1934, Peterson’s innovative use of precise illustrations and concise descriptions revolutionized the field guide format, making bird identification accessible to amateur naturalists and professionals alike. This copy, though bearing the gentle patina of a former library holding, remains a treasured artifact from a pivotal moment in the democratization of ornithological knowledge.

Peterson’s meticulous attention to detail, coupled with his passion for the subject, laid the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of environmental education and conservation advocacy. His field guides, including this volume, have inspired generations of birders, naturalists, and nature enthusiasts to explore the great outdoors with a newfound appreciation for the avian world. As a collector’s item, this edition holds immense historical significance, capturing the evolution of a groundbreaking work that forever changed the way we observe and understand our feathered companions.