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Nature Birds

Birds of Heaven, The

Travels with Cranes

by (author) Peter Matthiessen

Publisher
Douglas & McIntyre
Initial publish date
Apr 2003
Category
Birds, Birdwatching Guides, Environmental Conservation & Protection
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781550549973
    Publish Date
    Apr 2003
    List Price
    $26.95

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In The Birds of Heaven, Peter Matthiessen weaves together his search for fifteen species of cranes in Asia, Africa, Europe, North America and Australia. Matthiessen explores the dilemmas of a planet in ecological crisis and the deep loss humankind will experience if these beautiful birds are allowed to disappear. The compelling text is accompanied by stunning colour plates by renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman, whose exquisite renderings capture the essence of cranes.

About the author

Peter Matthiessen is the widely acclaimed author of The Snow Leopard, which won the National Book Award. He lives in Sagaponack, New York.

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