02505cam a22003733u 4500 74235 UtSlPG 20260610134722.0 m cr n 260607r20241921utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 22018916 UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL Hudson, W. H. (William Henry), 1841-1922 British birds Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-08-12 Peter Becker, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "British Birds" by W. H. Hudson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work offers a comprehensive examination of various species of birds native to the British Isles, focusing on their anatomy, classification, and behaviors, complemented by illustrations for visual reference. Readers seeking an understanding of British ornithology will find the text serves as an accessible guide to the intricate details of avian life, making it suitable for both casual enthusiasts and aspiring ornithologists. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage for the study of birds by emphasizing the importance of understanding their anatomy, particularly concerning flight. The introductory section provides an overview of the different systems in birds, including their skeletal structure and muscle arrangements, highlighting how these contribute to the unique adaptations of avians. Hudson aims to bridge the gap between the technical aspects of ornithology and the interests of general readers, thereby instilling a deeper appreciation for the beauty and complexity of birds in nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: Longmans, Green, and co., 1921 Birds -- Great Britain Beddard, Frank E. (Frank Evers), 1858-1925 Lodge, George Edward, 1860-1954 Thorburn, Archibald, 1860-1935 Lodge, R. B. (Reginald B.), 1852-1937? https://archive.org/details/britishbirds00huds https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74235 114960 114960