Release date is 2011-10-18

Birds at their best -- Birds and man -- Daws in the west country -- Early spring in Savernake Forest -- A wood wren at Wells -- The secret of the willow wren -- Secret of the charm of flowers -- Ravens in Somerset -- Owls in a village -- The strange and beautiful sheldrake -- Geese: an appreciation and a memory -- The Dartford warbler -- Vert--vert; or parrot gossip -- Something pretty in a glass case -- Selborne (1896).

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"Birds and Man" by W. H. Hudson is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. It explores the intricate relationships between birds and humans, combining observations of bird behavior with philosophical musings about nature. The book is likely to interest readers who appreciate detailed natural history and the reflections of a keen observer of wildlife. The opening of "Birds and Man" introduces the author's distaste for stuffed birds displayed in museums, which he finds unsettling compared to the beauty of living creatures. W. H. Hudson recounts a personal experience of observing a rare, vibrant Dartford warbler in its natural habitat, highlighting the emotional connection formed through witnessing wildlife. The chapter emphasizes the importance of experiencing birds within their environment, rather than as lifeless specimens, setting the tone for a deeper exploration of the charms and challenges faced by birds in their coexistence with humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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