Bird Stories From Burroughs
Bird Stories From Burroughs
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Condition Notes: Cover shows moderate shelf wear with stains. Previous owners names written on front endpage. Binding is intact.
Author(s): John Burroughs
Publication year: 1923
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Riverside Press
ISBN:Gathered from the extensive lifetime writings of renowned American naturalist and transcendentalist essayist John Burroughs, this charming vintage anthology serves as an elegant invitation to the joyful study of ornithology. Designed to foster a deep appreciation for wildlife in younger readers, the volume compiles sketches written between 1871 and 1909, meticulously organizing them into chapters dedicated to roughly thirty distinct avian species common to the Northeastern United States. Rather than presenting a dry, clinical field guide, Burroughs utilizes a lyrical, observation-driven narrative style that chronicles his intimate personal encounters with nature. The chapters are uniquely arranged in a seasonal, chronological order based on each bird's migration arrival in the spring, leading off with the bluebird, robin, flicker, and phoebe. From the comical parenting struggles of a bluebird attempting to feed a cicada to his young, to the snowy winter dynamics of chickadees and kinglets competing at a backyard suet feeder, this beautifully illustrated classic highlights the intelligence, resourcefulness, and distinct personalities of our feathered
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Book Condition Scale
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Like New
This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.
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Very Good
This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Good
This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.
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Acceptable
This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.
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As Is
This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.
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Dust Jacket Grading
(A) Excellent
The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.(B) Good
Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.(C) Fair
Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.(D) Poor
Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.(F) As Is
Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.
