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Treasury of Audubon Birds: 130 Plates from the Birds of America by John James Audubon

graypeape's review

5.0

This book encompasses 130 plates from John James Audubon's "The Birds of America" octavo version. There is a brief introduction discussing his life and work, focusing on the creation of "The Birds of America" and how the octavo version came to be made. Then we have the plates- swoon! What can I say about the artwork, simply gorgeous. A perfect gift for any art and/or bird lover!

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truestorydesu's review

4.0

A gorgeous collection of John James Audubon’s prints from the mid-19th century – if you like birds, art, or art and birds, or if you’re just fond of nature in general, then you will enjoy this book. As a birdwatching newbie, I loved seeing Audubon’s illustrations of some of the birds I see every day here in the Pacific Northwest. And some that just look bizarre when drawn 19th century-style – like the flamingo, which looks like its super high. In all, a lovely collection of bird pictures – not much information otherwise, but if you just want pictures (which I often do because I’m lazy) this is the book for you.