Description
Fascinating stories about birdsong for every week of the year.
Leading bird expert Dominic Couzens takes us on a journey around the world to enjoy an authentic year of birdsong, from the influence of the blackbird’s song on classical music to the amazing imitations of the lyrebird. A myriad of topics are covered, including bird nature and behavior, literature inspired by birdsong, the musicality of the sounds, and what different songs communicate. The fifty-two entries are illustrated by award-winning artist Madeleine Floyd and come with a QR code to let readers listen to the birdsong.
Dominic Couzensis a British birder and writer specializing in avian and natural history. He contributes regularly toBird WatchingandBBC Wildlifemagazines and is also a professional field trip guide. He is the author ofA Bird a Dayand lives in Dorset.
Madeleine Floydis an artist with a particular passion for wildlife who works mainly in oil, watercolor, and ink. She studied at the Courtauld Institute of Art and Camberwell College of Art and Design. She is the author and illustrator ofBirdsongand is based in London.
Batsford
Pub Date:March 07, 2023
1.0″ H x 8.8″ L x 6.4″ W
224 pages
hardcover
