Bird Flight by Robert Burton
This work approaches the bird as a flying machine, and presents a study of how and why birds fly. It uncovers the mysteries and techniques of birdflight and looks at the diversity of flight styles that have evolved and developed with the lifestyles that different birds have adopted.
Robert Burton studied as a zoologist and is a well-established author in the field of domestic natural history. Among the many books he has written are Bird Behavior, Nature's Night Life, Ponds and Nature by the Roadside. As well as writing pieces for the RSPB magazine, Birds, Robert Burton has contributed a wildlife column to Popular Gardening and fascinating articles to other magazines including the Royal Horticultural Society's The Garden. He took over the popular Nature Note column in the Daily Telegraph his father's from his father Dr Maurice Burton. Coming from a wildlife-orientated family, Robert Burton has grown up with the concept of the garden as a sanctuary for birds and other animals. After traveling widely for his past studies, working at home has given him plenty of opportunities to observe the visitors to his garden.
Stephen Kress, Ph.D. is active in ornithology, wildlife preservation, and environmental education. He serves in a variety of positions at the National Audubon Society, including biologist, manager of the Society's Maine Coast Sanctuaries, and director of its Seabird Restoration Program. Kress is also a research fellow at Cornell University and an adjunct faculty member at the University of Maine. Author of The Audubon Society Birder's Handbook and The Audubon Society Guide to Attracting Birds, Kress has also written many scientific papers on the restoration of seabirds such as puffins and terns.
| SKU | GOR001421558 |
| ISBN 13 | 9780816024100 |
| ISBN 10 | 0816024103 |
| Title | Bird Flight |
| Author | Robert Burton |
| Condition | Very good |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Facts On File Inc |
| Year published | 1990-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 160 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us |
