About the book
With his distinctively witty, anecdotal, and disarming voice, John Yow now journeys to the shore and shares his encounters with some of the most familiar and beloved coastal birds. Out of his travels — from North Carolina’s Outer Banks, down the Atlantic coast, and westward along the Gulf of Mexico — come colorful accounts of twenty-eight species, from ubiquitous beach birds like sanderlings and laughing gulls to wonders of nature like roseate spoonbills and the American avocets. Along the way, Yow delves deeply into the birds' habits and behaviors, experiencing and relating the fascination that leads many an amateur naturalist to become the most unusual of species — a birder.
Seasonally organized chapters explore the improbable, the wonderful, and the amusing aspects of these birds' lives. Yow embellishes his observations with field notes, anecdotes, and stories from some of America’s finest naturalists — including John James Audubon, Arthur Cleveland Bent, Rachel Carson, and Peter Matthiessen. Combining the endless fascination of bird life with the pleasure of good reading, The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal is the perfect companion for any nature lover’s next trip to the beach.
Editions of The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780807835616
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781469621890
- EBook
- ISBN 9780807882603
- PDF
- ISBN 9798890840578
Read an Excerpt
With his distinctively witty, anecdotal, and disarming voice, John Yow now journeys to the shore and shares his encounters with some of the most familiar and beloved coastal birds. Out of his travels — from North Carolina’s Outer Banks, down the Atlantic coast, and westward along the Gulf of Mexico — come colorful accounts of twenty-eight species, from ubiquitous beach birds like sanderlings and laughing gulls to wonders of nature like roseate spoonbills and the American avocets. Along the way, Yow delves deeply into the birds' habits and behaviors, experiencing and relating the fascination that leads many an amateur naturalist to become the most unusual of species — a birder.
Seasonally organized chapters explore the improbable, the wonderful, and the amusing aspects of these birds' lives. Yow embellishes his observations with field notes, anecdotes, and stories from some of America’s finest naturalists — including John James Audubon, Arthur Cleveland Bent, Rachel Carson, and Peter Matthiessen. Combining the endless fascination of bird life with the pleasure of good reading, The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal is the perfect companion for any nature lover’s next trip to the beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal about?
With his distinctively witty, anecdotal, and disarming voice, John Yow now journeys to the shore and shares his encounters with some of the most familiar and beloved coastal birds. Out of his travels — from North Carolina’s Outer Banks, down the Atlantic coast, and westward along the Gulf of Mexico — come colorful accounts of twenty-eight species, from ubiquitous beach birds like sanderlings and laughing gulls to wonders of nature like roseate spoonbills and the American avocets. Along the way, Yow delves deeply into the birds' habits and behaviors, experiencing and relating the fascination that leads many an amateur naturalist to become the most unusual of species — a birder.
Seasonally organized chapters explore the improbable, the wonderful, and the amusing aspects of these birds' lives. Yow embellishes his observations with field notes, anecdotes, and stories from some of America’s finest naturalists — including John James Audubon, Arthur Cleveland Bent, Rachel Carson, and Peter Matthiessen. Combining the endless fascination of bird life with the pleasure of good reading, The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal is the perfect companion for any nature lover’s next trip to the beach.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Nature and the natural world: general interest > Wildlife: general interest > Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest
Where can I read a sample of The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780807835616
How long is The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal and how many pages does it have?
The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal has 256 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal?
John Yow
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Armchair Birder Goes Coastal is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780807835616) and paperback(ISBN 9781469621890) and ebook(ISBN 9780807882603) and pdf(ISBN 9798890840578)
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