Bonhote, J. Lewis (John Lewis) 1875-1922 creator Dresser, H. E. (Henry Eeles) 1838-1915 text utu 2018 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Birds of Britain" by J. Lewis Bonhote is a comprehensive study of ornithology written in the early 20th century. The publication serves as an informative guide to the various bird species found throughout Great Britain, emphasizing their habitats, behaviors, and distinctive traits, making it a valuable resource for both casual birdwatchers and dedicated ornithologists. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of various bird species, beginning with a detailed description of the Missel Thrush. Bonhote vividly illustrates the bird's behaviors and habitats, chronicling its life cycle from nesting to foraging in the wild. The prose conveys a sense of the natural world's beauty and complexity, which he hopes to inspire in readers, presenting the Missel Thrush as a symbol of the rich avian life present in the British Isles. As the narrative continues, readers are introduced to other species, preparing them for an immersive journey into the world of British birds and their ecological significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2018-01-19 Produced by Donald Cummings, Adrian Mastronardi, Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Birds -- Great Britain QL Original publication data not identified 08032359 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56397 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56397 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134311.0 56397