Kim Todd

Sparrow

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ISBN 13:: 9781861898753
author:: Kim Todd
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Reaktion Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2012
Pages:: 224
Dimensions:: 18.8 x 13.4 x 1.4 cm
Genre:: Science & Nature, Biological Sciences,
Condition:: New
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Sparrow is a fascinating exploration of one of the world's most ubiquitous and enigmatic birds. From its ability to thrive in extreme environments to its complex history and literary tradition, this book delves into the natural and cultural significance of the sparrow. Kim Todd examines the differences between Old World and New World sparrows, as well as the 19th-century Sparrow War in the United States, which highlights the challenges posed by invasive species. The author also investigates the recent decline of house sparrows in cities globally, a mystery that remains unsolved. With lush illustrations ranging from early woodcuts to contemporary wildlife photography, this book offers a unique insight into the life and times of the sparrow, a bird that has captivated both admiration and revulsion throughout history.

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