Böcker av Richard Headstrom

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

This text comprises a comprehensive guide to the proper identification of birds common to Massachusetts through the study of their nests. The perfect guide to those with an interest in the birds of this area, 'Who's Nest Is That' is perfect for the amateur and constitutes a wonderful addition to collections of ornithological literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Nests on or in the Ground', 'In Fields or Pastures', 'In Woods', 'In Marshes', 'On of Near Seashore and Lake Beaches', 'In Burrows in the Ground', 'On Rocks or Rocky Ledges', 'Nests Above the Ground', 'Hanging or Semihanging', 'Covered on Outside with Lichens and Saddled on Branch', 'Felted Nests of Cottony Materials', et cetera. We are proud to republish this antique text now complete with a new introduction to ornithology.

A month by month account of the pageant of nature that can be observed outside your door, all through the year from snowfall in January to hibernation in December. The highlights of each month are recounted, along with background information about the particular insects, birds, trees, flowers, mammals, reptiles, invertebrates, or fish that are featured. Each chapter concludes with a list of natural events to watch for during that month. A great book to read slowly over the course of a year.

Outlines fifty-nine microscope projects in addition to presenting a brief history of the microscope, a list of useful laboratory supplies, and close-up drawings of objects suggested for examination.