| Author |
Sutton, George Miksch, 1898-1982 |
| LoC No. |
29005287
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| Title |
An Introduction to the Birds of Pennsylvania
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Illustrated by the author.
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| Credits |
Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"An Introduction to the Birds of Pennsylvania" by George Miksch Sutton is a scientific publication written in the late 1920s. The book serves as a beginner's guide to the avian species found in Pennsylvania, offering simplified descriptions and insights into bird identification and observation. It aims to bridge the gap for novice bird enthusiasts who wish to expand their knowledge of local bird species in a user-friendly manner. The opening of the book sets the stage for an accessible exploration of Pennsylvania’s birdlife. Sutton introduces the purpose of the manual, emphasizing that it is designed for those new to bird study or wishing to enhance their understanding of the birds in different regions of the state. He outlines practical advice for effective birdwatching, including selecting a few species to focus on and documenting observations in a notebook. The manual encourages hands-on engagements, urging readers to learn bird songs and recognize birds by their distinct features, further solidifying the reader's interest in the ornithological diversity of Pennsylvania. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QL: Science: Zoology
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| Subject |
Birds -- Pennsylvania
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
65440 |
| Release Date |
May 24, 2021 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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