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Loading... Birds and their Feathers (edition 2018)by Britta Teckentrup (Author/Illustrator)
Work InformationBirds and Their Feathers by Britta Teckentrup
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 In this quietly introspective volume featuring evocative, earth-toned prints, German author-illustrator Teckentrup (Tree: A Peek-Through Picture Book) explores bird life, behavior, and anatomy through the topic of feathers. Writing in lyrical vignette-like passages, she discusses the physical structure of feathers, how they develop, bird preening and molting, and human use of feathers, among other subjects . . . Teckentrup’s opening description of feathers may be just as apt a description for her art and words: “They are delicate, complex, extravagant, beautiful and strong—all at the same time.”
"The feather -- at once fragile and strong, versatile and beautiful -- is one of nature's most ingenious constructions. With charming illustrations by Britta Teckentrup and a wealth of fascinating facts, this book tells the story of birds and their feathers for young readers. From iridescent feathers to feathers that sing; from the stately plumage of peacocks to the plumes of tiny hummingbirds; from the feathers of ancient myth to those that inspired human flight; there are delightful feathery stories here for all. The feather is a bond between nature and art, and a connection between earth and heaven." -- Back cover. No library descriptions found. |
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 Google Books — Loading...GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)598.147Natural sciences and mathematics Zoology Birds Specific topics [Reptiles now at 597.9] Morphology [Crocodilians now at 597.98]LC ClassificationRatingAverage: (5)
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