Description
1974 edition. Paperback cover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and bending. Book has a large crease down the middle. Spine has some reading creases and wear. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-loved copy of “The Dell Encyclopedia of Birds” by Bertel Bruun is a treasure trove for avian enthusiasts and naturalists alike. Published in 1974, it captures a pivotal era in ornithology, when scientific understanding of bird species was rapidly expanding. Bruun, a renowned Danish ornithologist, draws upon his extensive fieldwork and expertise to provide comprehensive entries on over 8,000 bird species. Beyond mere taxonomic data, he weaves in fascinating details about each bird’s behavior, habitat, and ecological significance. Readers will delight in the vivid descriptions that bring these feathered creatures to life on the page. While the cover shows signs of use, the interior pages remain crisp and inviting, a testament to the care with which this volume has been cherished over the decades. For collectors, this edition represents an important milestone in the study of avian life, a cornerstone of any ornithological library.