- Title:
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A World on the Wing: The Global Odyssey of Migratory Birds
- Written by:
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Scott Weidensaul
- Read by:
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Mike Lenz
- Format:
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Unabridged CD Audio Book
- Number of CDs:
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11
- Duration:
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13 hours 31 minutes
- Published:
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February 28 2024
- Available Date:
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February 28 2024
- Age Category:
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Adult
- ISBN:
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9781038665768
- Genres:
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Non-fiction; Animals
- Publisher:
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Bolinda audio
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New York Times bestselling author
An exhilarating exploration of the science and wonder of global bird migration, from New York Times bestselling author Scott Weidensaul.
Bird migration remains perhaps the most singularly compelling natural phenomenon in the world. Nothing else combines its global sweep with its inherent ability to engender wonder and excitement.
The past two decades have seen an explosion in our understanding of the almost unfathomable feats of endurance and complexity involved in bird migration – yet the science that informs these majestic journeys is still in its infancy.
Pulitzer Prize-shortlisted writer-ornithologist Scott Weidensaul is at the forefront of this research, and A World on the Wing sees him track some of the most remarkable flights undertaken by birds.
As our world comes increasingly under threat from the effects of climate change, these ecological miracles may provide an invaluable guide to a more sustainable future for all species, including us.
'Compelling and often deeply moving, this is a summons for international co-operation and global conservation like no other.'
Isabella Tree, award-winning author of Wilding and travel writer
'Weidensaul is fearless in describing the acute challenges that face the birds he loves ... a superb globetrotting survey of avian restlessness that reaches one core conclusion.'
The Spectator