How to tell the Birds from the Flowers, and other Wood-cuts: A Revised Manual of Flornithology for Beginners: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
How to tell the Birds from the Flowers, and other Wood-cuts: A Revised Manual of Flornithology for Beginners: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
How to tell the Birds from the Flowers, and other Wood-cuts: A Revised Manual of Flornithology for Beginners is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Wood, Robert Williams (1868–1955).
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"How to tell the Birds from the Flowers, and other Wood-cuts" by Robert Williams Wood is a whimsical, illustrated manual of flornithology intended for beginners, written in the early 20th century. This unique work merges elements of humor with educational content, focusing on distinguishing various birds from flowers and other botanical elements. It employs a playful tone to explore natural science in a way that is accessible and entertaining. The book consists of a series of delightful verses and illustrations that humorously contrast various birds and plants, highlighting their similarities and differences. Each pairing, such as "The Crow. The Crocus" and "The Pecan. The Toucan," is presented with witty poetry that captures both the essence and folly of common misconceptions about nature. Through this engaging format, Wood not only educates readers about ornithology and botany but also invites them to appreciate the quirks and intricacies of the natural world, making it a charming read for both children and adults.
Book and edition facts
- Title: How to tell the Birds from the Flowers, and other Wood-cuts: A Revised Manual of Flornithology for Beginners
- Author credits: Wood, Robert Williams (1868–1955)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- American wit and humor
- Nature study -- Humor
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- Category: Humour
- Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals
- Category: Poetry
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