Roger Tory Peterson had already made his mark with his innovative field guide when he conducted DDT research during World War II. His friend and fe...
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Dec 04, 2007
Louis
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This is the famed Peterson's Guide. It is illustrated using paintings by Roger Tory Peterson. In a nice touch, the incomplete plate (page with the painting of birds) that he was working on when he died is found in the preface by his wife, and the forward references the completed version that was completed by a friend for inclusion in this Fifth edition.
The plates include lines that indicate field marks. The actual mark descriptions are in the short paragraph that is with each bird. B More...
The plates include lines that indicate field marks. The actual mark descriptions are in the short paragraph that is with each bird. B More...
Dec 17, 2011
Suzyberry
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This is far and away the best birding book ever written. Roger Tory Peterson knew birds better than Audubon and his artwork and pinpoint perfect descriptions and maps are beyond excellent. I have been a birdwatcher for over 30 years and have relied exclusively on his book the entire time. My original copy is well-worn and well-loved with dates beside each bird I've seen...now have a new copy, but keep grabbing the old one because it is like a dear, old friend.
Jun 29, 2011
Tofu
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I have had this field guide for many years and love love love it. It is still my go-to place to help id any bird that I have never seen before or am unsure of. GREAT reference for any birder, novice or green.
Jul 01, 2011
Laura
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Yes, I read, re-read and reference this book all the time. It's perfect.
Jun 12, 2008
Karen
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I remember looking through my mom's Peterson guide--it's old, it's hard-bound, with a green cloth cover--and finding the color plates fascinating. The pictures Peterson painted help me to identify birds far better than any of the photographs used in other guides. This edition will not disappoint if you prefer the illustrations to the photographs.
Jun 20, 2011
Myra
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A great guide to wild birds. Hats off to Peterson, the master of key identifying characteristics in the field.
May 07, 2010
Diane
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I also have an older ed., a yardsale find, so I can always have one in the car and one in the house. Identifying birds has made me a better observer of the physical world and on adventures in the surrounding area gives me a sense of wildness in the world.
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