The Illuminated Book of Birds

An elegant gift for bird lovers, this book showcases an award—winning painter's world class art, combined with entertaining facts about birds from all over the world.

The Illuminated Book of Birds is a stunning, one—of—a—kind celebration of the birds of the world by award—winning painter Robin Crofut—Brittingham. It includes large—scale fine art paintings of the birds in Latin America, Africa, Asia, Oceania, North America, and Europe, along with flightless birds, unusual birds, and extinct birds. It looks at birds together, grouping them by geography and families, and delights in uncovering their habits and cultural and mythological significance.

Every bird is individually featured, with curious and fun facts that will delight new and seasoned birders. In total, readers meet nearly 400 hand painted birds and experience a global birding adventure from the comfort of home.