Books Archives

Holiday gift ideas for birders

Here are a few bird-themed items we like this holiday season. Read More “Holiday gift ideas for birders”

By Matt Mendenhall
Published September 28, 2021

This round-up features field guides, a biography, compelling essays, and a book of thrilling bird art. Read More “Field guides about birds, a George Bird Grinnell biography, and more books”

Published September 7, 2021

We review the latest book from Eli J. Knapp, two new Peterson guides, a pocket guide on pigeons, and more.
Read More “Books about extinction, pigeons, and more”

By Matt Mendenhall
Published September 7, 2021

This roundup includes new titles from J. Drew Lanham, Scott Weidensaul, Michelle Nijhuis, and John Faaborg. Read More “Books about birds from noted authors”

By Matt Mendenhall
Published September 7, 2021

The titles in this roundup feature hummingbirds, Florida Scrub-Jay, Osprey, and more. Read More “A new hummingbird guide and more books for birders”

Published September 7, 2021

Learn about stories of owls, eagles, the ornithologist who inspired a spy novelist, and more. Read More “Books about the real James Bond, owls, eagles, and more”

Published August 31, 2021

Titles include a new guide from ornithologist Don Kroodsma on birdsong, a bird photography guide from Gerrit Vyn, and more. Read More “Guides about birdsong and photography, and more books for birders”

Published August 27, 2021

This roundup features titles from Bernd Heinrich and Doug Tallamy. Read More “Books about Tree Swallows, conservation, and more”

Published August 24, 2021

Titles include a first-hand account of spending a year with Emperor Penguins, a look at the recovery of the Bald Eagle population, and a Peterson Field Guide about the woodpeckers of North America.
Read More “Books about penguins, eagles, woodpeckers, and more”

By Matt Mendenhall
Published August 20, 2021