Deze kunstenaar en natuuronderzoeker werd beroemd om zijn uitgebreide studies en gedetailleerde illustraties van de Amerikaanse vogelwereld in zijn natuurlijke leefomgeving. Zijn meesterwerk, een boek met kleurenafdrukken, wordt beschouwd als een van de mooiste ornithologische werken ooit voltooid. Ondanks financiële tegenspoed en persoonlijke strijd wijdde hij zich aan zijn geliefde ambacht om de schoonheid van de natuur vast te leggen. Zijn invloed op de ornithologie en natuurlijke historie was verreikend, waarbij zijn kunstzinnigheid en hoge standaarden bijna alle latere werken inspireerden.
Immerse yourself in a stunning collection that pairs full-page coloring guides with John James Audubon's original illustrations from Birds of America. Featuring beloved species like the blue jay and golden eagle, along with various colorful flycatchers, warblers, and water birds, this book invites you to explore the diverse shapes and vibrant colors of these avian subjects. It's an opportunity to enhance your coloring skills while celebrating the exquisite beauty of birds.
Focusing on the literary contributions of John James Audubon, this collection highlights his significant works in natural history, alongside his renowned artistic achievements. It includes his journals, memoirs, and letters, showcasing his deep engagement with nature and his eloquent writing style. This compilation from The Library of America positions Audubon not only as a celebrated artist but also as a profound nature writer, enriching the understanding of his legacy.
Focusing on the remarkable life of John James Audubon, this high-quality reprint of the 1870 edition delves into the experiences and contributions of the renowned naturalist. It highlights his passion for ornithology and his dedication to documenting North American birds through detailed illustrations and observations. The book captures Audubon's adventurous spirit and profound impact on the field of natural history, making it a valuable resource for those interested in wildlife and conservation.
Adventurer and artistic genius, Audubon is renowned for his paintings of nearly every North American bird species. This splendid collection spotlights his best known and most beautiful portraits, reproduced in full color.
John James Audubon was America's dominant wildlife artist. His name remains synonymous with birds and bird conservation the world over. This book presents 'bird biographies', journal accounts of his river journeys and hunting trips with the Osage Indians, and a sampling of brief stories that have long been out of print.
The anthology highlights John James Audubon's vibrant writings on the American wilderness, showcasing him not only as a renowned artist and ornithologist but also as a significant American writer. His work positions him as a precursor to literary giants like Thoreau, Emerson, and Melville, emphasizing his contributions to American literature and nature writing.
Features ninety of Audubon's most stunning bird paintings highlighted by nature prose by such classic authors as Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Henry James.
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