The Birds Of India V1: Being A Natural History Of All The Birds Known To Inhabit Continental India (1862)

The Birds of India Volume 1 is a comprehensive natural history book written by Thomas Claverhill Jerdon and published in 1862. The book provides a detailed account of all the birds that are known to inhabit the Indian subcontinent. The author has meticulously described the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of each bird species. The book is divided into various sections based on the classification of birds, including birds of prey, game birds, water birds, and songbirds. The author has also included detailed illustrations of each bird species, which were drawn by various artists. The book is considered a valuable resource for ornithologists, bird lovers, and naturalists who are interested in the avian fauna of India. The author has also included information about the local names of birds, their folklore, and their significance in Indian culture. The Birds of India Volume 1 is a pioneering work in the field of ornithology and provides a comprehensive account of the bird species that inhabit the Indian subcontinent. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the avian fauna of India and provides valuable insights into the natural history of birds.With Descriptions Of The Species, Genera, Families, Tribes, And Orders, And A Brief Notice Of Such Families As Are Not Found In India. Making It A Manual Of Ornithology, Specially Adapted For India. In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.