A Synopsis of the Birds of North America - Audubon, John James
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"A Synopsis of the Birds of North America" by John James Audubon is a foundational text in ornithology, offering a detailed classification of North American birds. As a companion to Audubon's groundbreaking "Birds of America," this synopsis provides a systematic overview of the avian species known at the time. Focusing on the scientific classification of birds, the work showcases Audubon's meticulous observations and profound knowledge of natural history. Readers will discover a comprehensive treatment of bird species, reflecting the author's dedication to documenting the diverse birdlife of…mehr

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"A Synopsis of the Birds of North America" by John James Audubon is a foundational text in ornithology, offering a detailed classification of North American birds. As a companion to Audubon's groundbreaking "Birds of America," this synopsis provides a systematic overview of the avian species known at the time. Focusing on the scientific classification of birds, the work showcases Audubon's meticulous observations and profound knowledge of natural history. Readers will discover a comprehensive treatment of bird species, reflecting the author's dedication to documenting the diverse birdlife of North America. This print edition allows enthusiasts of nature, science, and historical zoology to explore Audubon's enduring contribution to our understanding of birds. A valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ornithology, "A Synopsis of the Birds of North America" remains a testament to Audubon's passion and scientific rigor. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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John James Audubon (1785-1851) was an ornithologist, naturalist, and painter renowned for his detailed illustrations of American birds in their natural habitats. His seminal work, A Synopsis of the Birds of North America, published in 1839, encapsulated his exhaustive study of the continent's avifauna. Audubon was born in Haiti and raised in France, but his most significant work unfolded across the vast wilderness of early 19th-century America. He embarked on expeditions, often enduring harsh conditions, to document species with an artist's eye and a scientist's precision. His legacy is best embodied in The Birds of America, a monumental collection of life-sized prints celebrated for its combination of artistry, scientific detail, and vivid portrayal of avian life. Audubon's style merges aesthetic grace with empirical observation, bridging the gap between science and art-an approach that marked a departure from the more didactic natural history texts of his period. A revered figure in both artistic and scientific communities, Audubon's name is immortalized in numerous species names, the National Audubon Society, and the Audubon Bird Sanctuary system. He remains an iconic figure in early American natural history and a pioneer in the field of bird studies, whose work continues to inspire conservationists and ornithologists around the world.