Like his great four volume book, audubon was one of the most colourful characters in the history of natural history. The birds of america is a book by naturalist and painter john james audubon, containing illustrations of a wide variety of birds of the united states. Garden city publishing company inc 1936 2nd printing very good some edgewear tand light soil to greeen cloth, photographs and drawings of all kinds of birds. Do not confuse this book with other books reproducing audubons birds of america with the same or similar title. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far.
Twothirds of north american bird species are at risk of extinction from climate change. Essential for the millions of americans who watch and feed birds in their backyardswhether experienced birders or new birding enthusiastsfrom the experts at national geographic and coauthor of the popular and perennial best seller field guide to the birds of north america. The introduction offers information about using the book an explanation of how birds are grouped a discussion of migratory ranges tips on identification a diagram. This book covers all the native and vagrant species of birds seen on the north american continent. The book has been rebacked at some point in the past, but it retains most of its original spine covering.
Written by naturalist john james audubon, the birds of america is one of the most prized and collected books of all time. Is this book rare, birds of america published in 1936. John james audubons birds of america is a portal into the natural world. You might think its a rare and valuable book but dont know where to find its value. This is copy number 1916 of a limited edition of 2500, printed on allrag paper. It was printed by macmillan company in 1946 and it is a fifth edition. The smi thsonians birds ofnorth america, written by fred j alsop ii, is one of those books. Printed between 1827 and 1838, it contains 435 lifesize watercolors of north american birds havell edition, all reproduced from handengraved plates, and is considered to be the archetype of wildlife illustration. A copy of the worlds most expensive book, john james audubons 19thcentury masterpiece birds of america, is set for auction later this month. The covers of the book have some wear and light soiling with a little bit of corner wear and edge wear. Collecting the birds of america by audubon, john james first. Macmillan co publisher with lithographs by duenewald printing. In addition to the stunning colors and detail in audubons work, it is noteworthy also because of its ambitious scope. John james audubon the birds of america 21st century edition.
Published february 10th 1985 by random house value publishing hardcover, 154 pages authors. First published in double elephant size approximately a metre tall in the first half of the nineteenth century, it is famous for. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Ostensibly a threebook set, it is, in fact, two versions of the same book. The great innovation of the new crossley guide is the use of multiple photos for each species, showing the bird from the variety of angles that one might encounter in the field.
This is partly why so few complete copies remain about 120, by most counts. This out of print book can be purchased for a very reasonable price. First published in double elephant size approximately a metre tall in the first half of the nineteenth century, it is famous for its. Birds of america by gilbert pearson, first edition. The birds of america is one of the best known natural history books ever produced and also the most valuable a complete set sold at auction in december 2010 for gbp7. Buy the birds of america complete ed of audubons classic work by john james audubon isbn. Visit us online, at our galleries in new york or las vegas, or call us at 180099bauman. There is a complete book by the above title, which has onepage life histories of the 922 species of birds the cover says more than 930 that had been recorded in north. Worlds most expensive book, birds of america, set to. The original watercolor painting by john james audubon for the birds of america books, 2 volumes, published 1966 by american heritage publishing, new york.
It provides information on all the birds listed on the aba bird list. Bird books north american birds birds of north america. National geographic complete birds of north america, 2nd edition. Audubon created a genre of illustration that didnt exist before. Library reference book does not have pocket and excessive markings, however, there are several taperepaired pages and a few closed tears that have not been repaired. The paintings werent issued in book form, but rather sent to subscribers, several at a time. It was first published as a series in sections between 1827 and 1838, in edinburgh and london. This first edition was published by the macmillan company, new york, 1942.
My grandson was visiting and he got hold of my copy of this book he was 4 at the time and was wanting to take it home with him. The birds of america doubleelephant folio 39 12 x 26 12 inches. Art and bird enthusiasts alike are not surprised by the hefty price tag because the book represents more than just a careful study of birds. His birthday was in 45 days and so i sent him a copy of his own. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. The birds of america used books and rare books from. A rare copy of audubons birds of america heads to auction to. Birds of america is a story collection by one of the most talented but minimal writers around, lorrie moore. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The book was published in several editions between 1997 and 2000. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed. Is this book rare, birds of america published in 1936 answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.
Bauman rare books offers an extraordinary selection of rare books and autographs in all fields. Birds of america, garden city publishing company inc. No matter where you livein the country, city, a highrise or housethis handy guide will quench your curiosity. Birds of america this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. While there are a handful of books in the world that may be worth more, until 20 birds of america held the record for the most money paid at auction for any single. Enquiries about john james audubons the birds of america, 21st century edition, and the. For any audubon bird art lover, this is a must buy. The stories here are not big or grand or epic, but work simply as little oneact plays, exposing the inherent complexities and dramas in the everyday lives we all lead.
Six f16 fighting falcon aircraft from the united states air force air demonstration squadron, the thunderbirds, will join the royal air force red arrows, a formation of f35a lightning iis and a formation of continue reading thunderbirds perform over fort wayne. A copy of john james audubons early19thcentury illustrated birds of america sold in london tonight for 7. Often cited as the most expensive book of all time, there are still 120 known intact copies of john james audubons the birds of america which was published between 1827 and 1838. National geographic backyard guide to the birds of north. Guide to collecting john james audubon prints skinner inc. Audubons the birds of america 1937 published by the macmillan company, 500 pages. It is presented in hard cover with colored illustrations. Do you have an old or antiquarian book and would like to know its value. Its value to science and especially to ornithology cannot be overstated. Book of north american birds by readers digest creator.
Aside from being famous in the rare book world, birds of america has. I have owned a birds of north america for over twenty years and have had to use it many times. The birds of america, from drawings made in the united states and. The book called the complete birds of north america, is a book recommended to be part of any birders library. Collecting the birds of america by audubon, john james. The publishers of which i am aware include welcome rain, laurel glen, and wordsworth. A first edition of the birds of america by john james audubon. Theyre often collected and bound into a series of volumes. One very simple method of finding an approximate value of a book is to search for similar copies on and see what prices are being asked.
Let us send you the latest in bird and conservation news. First edition of john james audubons birds of america book sold. Contains gorgeous color plates including latin name of. Very rare 1839 1st edition copy of john james audubons, a synopsis of the birds of america. Birds of america by john james audubon 1946 hb the birds of america is an intriging book by author, john james audubon.
John james audubgon was born april 26, 1785 at aux cayes, the son of a french naval officer. In its size, its dramatic appeal and the life and character of its creator, the birds of america personifies the very spirit of america at a turning point in its history. Buy book of north american birds by readers digest creator online at alibris. Money back guarantee ensures you receive the item you ordered or get your money back. Audubons birds of america coloring book by john james audubon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. It said the price, paid by a buyer who wished to remain anonymous, was the second highest sum paid for the book at auction.