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by Peter Parnall

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Discusses American birds of prey, such as eagle, hawk, osprey, and falcon, giving technical information as well as anecdotes of the author's experience with them.

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Short narratives in the life of a bird-watcher. Kind of charming.

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William Allen White Children's Book Award (Nominee – 1986-1987)

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YALSA Best Fiction for Young Adults (Selection – 1985)

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Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Teen, Tween
DDC/MDS: 598.91 — Natural sciences & mathematics Animals Birds Raptors, birds of prey Specific topics
LCC: QL696 .F3 .P35 — Science Zoology Zoology Chordates. Vertebrates Birds

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Languages: English
Media: Paper
ISBNs: 1

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Published: 1984
Genres: Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Teen, Tween
DDC/MDS: 598.91
LCC: QL696 .F3 .P35

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