Collecting the birds of america by audubon, john james. Birds of america john james audubon bauman rare books. All audubons brilliant bird engravings come alive in one complete package. 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. Other articles where the birds of america is discussed. The book was published in several editions between 1997 and 2000.
John james audubons birds of america is a portal into the natural world. Virtually every bird found in north america is brought to life in a fullcolor photograph and with textual information on the birds voice, nesting habits, habitat, range, and interesting behaviors. I have owned a birds of north america for over twenty years and have had to use it many times. Birds of america cleveland museum of natural history. Audubons childhood fascination with drawing birds became his obsession. Audubons birds of america bookplate 1950 first etsy. Audubons the birds of america 1937 published by the macmillan company, 500 pages. Christies much anticipated sale of john james audubons birds of america hasjust concluded within the pastcouple of hours. 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. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. A copy of the worlds most expensive book, john james audubons 19thcentury masterpiece birds of america, is set for auction later this month. As part of my research for the lost bird project, i was graciously given access to the audubon double folio housed in the rare books library at cornell university. Audubon california would add our abundant bird life to that list.
Spine is faded and light wear to cover else very good condition. Watch a behindthescenes look at one of the public library of cincinnati and hamilton countys rarest books, the famed birds of america by naturalist. Nearly all later ornithological works were inspired by audubons artistry and high standards, and birds of america is considered one of the greatest examples of book. A much overlooked audubon print because, i believe, all surviving examples exhibit such heavy levels of degradation as to be singularly unattractive. His birthday was in 45 days and so i sent him a copy of his own. Nearly 200 years later, the audubon prints are coming. I checked out this book from my library, hoping it had the full collection of birds from audubons birds of america, but alas the copy by library had only featured 30 color prints from the original book, with a catalog of the remaining 470 prints printed in blackandwhite thumbnails in the back of the book. It provides information on all the birds listed on the aba bird list. In addition to the stunning colors and detail in audubon s work, it is noteworthy also because of its ambitious scope. Birds of america by john james audubon, first edition abebooks passion for books.
The publishers of which i am aware include welcome rain, laurel glen, and wordsworth. The book called the complete birds of north america, is a book recommended to be part of any birders library. Do not confuse this book with other books reproducing audubon s birds of america with the same or similar title. Birds of america by audubon, john james and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Mar 28, 2003 audubon s birds of america coloring book by john james audubon, 9780486230498, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Another copy of john james audubons birds of america set the world record price in 2011. First published in double elephant size approximately a metre tall in the first half of the nineteenth century, it is famous for. Witherbys fivevolume handbook of british birds 193841 and roger tory petersons field guide to the birds 1947, which gives the field marks of all north american birds found east of. Birds of america by john james audubon, hardcover barnes. Nov 14, 2011 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. The audubon society baby elephant folio differs in a number of ways besides its dimensions from earlier editions of the birds of america and from john james audubons original, massive doubleelephant folio, the heaviest volume of which weighs 56 pounds. Christies much anticipated sale of john james audubon s birds of america hasjust concluded within the pastcouple of hours. He wandered the woods and rivers of the wild frontiers of north america shooting, studying, posing, and painting every species of bird he could find, and many years later, the resulting books were to change the worlds of ornithology and naturalhistory art forever.
Let us send you the latest in bird and conservation news. This collection includes approximately fifty fullcolor reproductions of original works. Dec 07, 2010 a copy of john james audubons early19thcentury illustrated birds of america sold in london tonight for 7. 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. Sep 10, 2010 john james audubon s birds of america holds the record as the worlds most expensive book. Audubon s original plates, numbered to correspond to the pages of the book, have been reproduced in color on the covers. Audubons original plates, numbered to correspond to the pages of the book, have been reproduced in color on the covers. This sparkling tiny foliotm edition of audubons birds of america displays all 435 of audubons handcolored engravings, graced with an illuminating introduction by roger tory peterson that places audubon in his ornithological and art historical context. It was first published as a series in sections between 1827 and 1838, in edinburgh and london. National audubon society field guide to north american birdsw. Like his great four volume book, audubon was one of the most colourful characters in the history of natural history. Audubons birds of america coloring book by john james audubon, 9780486230498, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Eastern region, revised edition paperback september 27, 1994.
Consists of a complete double elephant folio set 435 plates of audubons birds of america and his ornithological biography. The sevenvolume birds of america includes images of six nowextinct birds. I checked out this book from my library, hoping it had the full collection of birds from audubon s birds of america, but alas the copy by library had only featured 30 color prints from the original book, with a catalog of the remaining 470 prints printed in blackandwhite thumbnails in the back of the book. Nearly all later ornithological works were inspired by audubon s artistry and high standards, and birds of america is considered one of the greatest examples of book. The birds of america by audubon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
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. A complete first edition set of john james audubons gloriously illustrated the birds of america 18271838 goes up for auction june 14. Audubons birds of america coloring book by john james. John james audubons most popular book is birds of america. Mar, 2001 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. Another copy of john james audubon s birds of america set the world record price in 2011. 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. Written by naturalist john james audubon, the birds of america is one of the most prized and collected books of all time. Buy the birds of america complete ed of audubon s classic work by john james audubon isbn. A copy of john james audubons early19thcentury illustrated birds of america sold in london tonight for 7. The watercolors for the birds of america hardcover.
Nonetheless, the images in it are beautiful and the book is very wellmade. Printed between 1827 and 1838, it contains 435 lifesize watercolors of north. Do not confuse this book with other books reproducing audubons birds of america with the same or similar title. Very rare 1839 1st edition copy of john james audubon s, a synopsis of the birds of america. National audubon society field guide to north american birds. Rare copy of audubons birds of america for sale science. In addition to the stunning colors and detail in audubons work, it is noteworthy also because of its ambitious scope. John james audubons birds of america holds the record as the worlds most expensive book. Very rare 1839 1st edition copy of john james audubons, a synopsis of the birds of america. Books by john james audubon author of birds of america. The first edition doubleelephant folio set of audubons birds of america is one of the most important treasures in the museums rare book collection.
Mar 04, 20 watch a behindthescenes look at one of the public library of cincinnati and hamilton countys rarest books, the famed birds of america by naturalist john james audubon. John james audubon s birds of america is a portal into the natural world. If you follow them, you will not only have a great deal of coloring pleasure, but you will also learn how to identify many important birds. The birds of america by john james audubon alibris. Jan 09, 2012 as part of my research for the lost bird project, i was graciously given access to the audubon double folio housed in the rare books library at cornell university. This book covers all the native and vagrant species of birds seen on the north american continent. Is this book rare, birds of america published in 1936. Find great deals on ebay for birds of america audubon and audubon birds of america book. Birds of america by john james audubon, first edition. Not all of the specimens illustrated in the work were collected by audubon himself, some were sent. One of the most valuable natural history books ever published, it shows birds in natural positions and in their native habitats. Barn owl, by john james audubon, birds of america a museum quality antique reproduction print of the barn owl by john james audubon for birds of america being picture in the havell edition of this ornithology book showing two owls one with a ground squirrel in a rare night scene.
The birds of america from drawings made in the united states and their territories. Audubons birds of america coloring book by john james audubon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. National audubon society field guide to north american. Twothirds of north american bird species are at risk of extinction from climate change. Audubon s birds of america coloring book by john james audubon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This large hardbound book is filled with beautiful color reproductions of audubons bird paintings. Dust cover shows wear but the inside book is in fine condition. Mar 24, 2020 the audubon society baby elephant folio differs in a number of ways besides its dimensions from earlier editions of the birds of america and from john james audubon s original, massive doubleelephant folio, the heaviest volume of which weighs 56 pounds. As part of my research for the lost bird project, i was graciously given access to the audubon double folio housed in the rare books library at. Bird books north american birds birds of north america. Virtually every bird found in north america is brought to life in a fullcolor photograph and with textual information on the birds voice. John james audubon has 175 books on goodreads with 1953 ratings.
Macmillan co publisher with lithographs by duenewald printing. Its a gorgeous little book, very thick but very small dimensions it can fit in the palm of your hand easily. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. A collection of offset lithographs on paper after john james audubon 1785 1851 of birds of america fifty selections with commentaries by roger tory peterson published by the macmillan company, ny. Willow ptarmigan john james audubon birds of america, titled willow grous or large ptarmigan plate 191.
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. Worlds most expensive book, birds of america, set to. Western region revised edition turtleback sep 27 1994. The birds of america by john james audubon, macmillan, 1942.
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