THE HOW AND WHY WONDER BOOK OF BIRDS, By Robert Mathewson, Curator of Science

Discover the fascinating world of birds with "The How and Why Wonder Book of Birds" by Robert Mathewson. This vintage paperback, published in 1973 by Price Stern Sloan, is a must-have for bird enthusiasts of all ages. The book features 48 pages of captivating illustrations by Walter Ferguson and Ned Smith, along with detailed information on the evolution, behavior, and physical characteristics of various bird species. With its easy-to-understand language and rich history, this book is a great addition to any science, nature, or history collection. Produced and approved by noted authorities, these books answer the questions most often asked about science, nature, and history. They are presented in a clear, readable style, and contain many colorful and instructive illustrations.  Readers will want to explore each of these fascinating subjects and collect these volumes as authentic, ready-reference, basic library.The book is divided into 13 areas including:  The World of Birds, Birding is Fun, Birds in Flight, Birds of town and field, Birds of Woodland and Forest, Birds of the Desert, Birds of the Sky, Water Birds, Birds of Beach and Ocean, Jungle Birds, Birds of the Antarctic, The Mystery of Migration, and Activities for you!