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The Mockingbird

by Robin W. Doughty
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Overview

This is a book which might be best placed into its own category of being an 'everything you wanted to know' about the Northern Mockingbird, but never knew enough to ask. Included in the book is not only the usual kind of information on the life history and distribution, but also information on its relationship with man, as cage bird, artistic influence, folklore and myth.

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Ibis

This is a book which might be best placed into its own category of being an 'everything you wanted to know' about the Northern Mockingbird Mimus polyglottos, but never knew enough to ask. . . . Included in the book is not only the usual kind of information on life history and distribution, but also information on its relationship with man-as cage bird, artistic influence, folklore and myth and as a sort of 'Everyman's hero.' All in all, a unique tribute to an interesting bird.

San Antonio Express-News

A beautifully designed book, filled with color photographs and illustrations paying tribute to the state bird of Texas-as well as Arkansas, Florida, Mississippi and Tennessee. . . . There's a great deal of information in this slim volume, and its attractive packaging would make it a fine gift for any birder.

Booknews

Popular treatment examines history, food and mating habits, nesting cycle and distribution. No index. 6x91/2". Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Book Details

Published
June 1, 1988
Publisher
University of Texas Press
Pages
80
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780292750999

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