Birds & Birdwatching Books

IN THE SNOW It was a bright, wintry day. The frost jewels sparkled on the snow. The winds blew cutting cold from the north. Phyllis, in her scarlet coat and cap, and long, warm leggings, waded in the deepest drifts she could find. Out by the garden fence was the greatest drift. After floundering through it, Phyllis climbed up and perched on the top rail of the fence. She sat quite still, for she was... more...

The Wildlife of Kurdistan is a rich and illuminating exploration of one of the Middle East’s most diverse yet least documented natural landscapes. From the high peaks of the Zagros Mountains to fertile valleys, rivers, forests, and plains, this book reveals the extraordinary biodiversity that has thrived in Kurdistan for thousands of years. Combining natural history, geography, and environmental... more...