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- Book Title
- The Birds of Pakistan
- Country/Region of Manufacture
- Pakistan
- Topic
- Birds
- ISBN
- 9780195774047
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0195774043
ISBN-13
9780195774047
eBay Product ID (ePID)
55511
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
640 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Birds of Pakistan
Subject
Life Sciences / Zoology / General, Animals / Birds
Publication Year
1991
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Nature, Science
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.8 in
Item Weight
66.3 Oz
Item Length
11.1 in
Item Width
8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
91-930173
TitleLeading
The
Reviews
'The publication of this first volume of a two-volume handbook thusrepresents a major landmark in the ornithology of Pakistan.''This book is a monumental effort and a tribute to the experience anddedication of the author.' British Birds, 'The species accounts are concise, informative and interesting,incorporating much knowledge gained by the author in the field. The book ispleasant to read, well laid out and printed to a high quality. This is animportant regional handbook, and a must for anyone interested in Pakistani birdsor in Asian birds generally.'Craig Robson, Birding World, Volume 4, Number 11', 'When it is complete, The Birds of Pakistan must rank with the greatest individual tours de force in the ornithological world in recent years. The author has an unrivalled 34 years experience in Pakistan and his meticulous account of the birds of that country is illustrated by his own linedrawings and colour plates.'The Phoenix, Number 9, December 1992, 'large informative work ... the accounts are frequently a delight toeither dip into or browse through ... A must for all birdwatchers visitingPakistan and a useful addition to any bird library.'Oryx, 'large informative work ... the accounts are frequently a delight to either dip into or browse through ... A must for all birdwatchers visiting Pakistan and a useful addition to any bird library.'Oryx, 'Tom Roberts has produced a landmark in Oriental ornithology. So muchauthoritative material in a single work is almost unique in the region and setsa new high standard. The work is an essential investment and thoroughlyrecommended.'Simon Harrup, BTO News, 'This is the first complete account of the avifauna of Pakistan -fascinatingly written, well illustrated, and expertly mapped - covering 660species. And it is all the work of one man, Tom Roberts, who has spent most ofhis adult life in the country.It is an incredible achievement, a useful reference book and a good read (notat all dry or telegrammitic, as many bird manuals are)...Perhaps this authoritative two-volume study will encourage the Pakistangovernment to enforce protection of their country's rarer species.'Peter Holt, Weelkly Gulf Times, 'The publication of this first volume of a two-volume handbook thus represents a major landmark in the ornithology of Pakistan.' 'This book is a monumental effort and a tribute to the experience and dedication of the author.' British Birds, '.. there is nothing amateur about this book, which is thorough, detailed,and authoritative: a work any professional would be proud of...............it isan indispensable reference and essential addition to the library of anyone witha serious interest in the birds of the subcontinent.' Oriental Bird ClubBulletin, 'a major landmark in the ornithology of Pakistan ... It has been written by the acknowledged authority on the birds of Pakistan whose impeccable qualifications include residence in the country for no less than 38 years ... monumental effort and a tribute to the experience and dedication of theauthor ... it deserves to find its way onto the shelves of all those with an interest in the region.'Nigel Redman, British Birds, Volume 84, Number 12, December 1991, 'Tom Roberts has produced a landmark in Oriental ornithology. So much authoritative material in a single work is almost unique in the region and sets a new high standard. The work is an essential investment and thoroughly recommended.' Simon Harrup, BTO News, 'Ornithologists interested in South Asia have been waiting for this book for some time. The wait was certainly worth it... This volume and its companion still to come (Passerines) will be standard works for at least a generation... This book will be of great value to Indian ornithologists,especially those based in the northwest. All round, a splendid achievement and great value for money.' Recent Ornithological Publications, 'most of the important field characteristics are clearly portrayed ...Overall the book is pleasant to read, well laid out and printed to a highqualityWorld Birdwatch, Volume 13 No.4, Dec. 1991, 'The species accounts are concise, informative and interesting, incorporating much knowledge gained by the author in the field. The book is pleasant to read, well laid out and printed to a high quality. This is an important regional handbook, and a must for anyone interested in Pakistani birdsor in Asian birds generally.'Craig Robson, Birding World, Volume 4, Number 11', 'When it is complete, The Birds of Pakistan must rank with the greatestindividual tours de force in the ornithological world in recent years. Theauthor has an unrivalled 34 years experience in Pakistan and his meticulousaccount of the birds of that country is illustrated by his own line drawings andcolour plates.'The Phoenix, Number 9, December 1992, 'a major landmark in the ornithology of Pakistan ... It has been writtenby the acknowledged authority on the birds of Pakistan whose impeccablequalifications include residence in the country for no less than 38 years ...monumental effort and a tribute to the experience and dedication of the author... it deserves to find its way onto the shelves of all those with an interestin the region.'Nigel Redman, British Birds, Volume 84, Number 12, December 1991, 'This is the first complete account of the avifauna of Pakistan - fascinatingly written, well illustrated, and expertly mapped - covering 660 species. And it is all the work of one man, Tom Roberts, who has spent most of his adult life in the country. It is an incredible achievement, a useful reference book and a good read (not at all dry or telegrammitic, as many bird manuals are)...Perhaps this authoritative two-volume study will encourage the Pakistan government to enforce protection of their country's rarer species.' Peter Holt, Weelkly Gulf Times, '.. there is nothing amateur about this book, which is thorough, detailed, and authoritative: a work any professional would be proud of...............it is an indispensable reference and essential addition to the library of anyone with a serious interest in the birds of the subcontinent.' Oriental Bird Club Bulletin, 'Ornithologists interested in South Asia have been waiting for this bookfor some time. The wait was certainly worth it... This volume and its companionstill to come (Passerines) will be standard works for at least a generation...This book will be of great value to Indian ornithologists, especially thosebased in the northwest. All round, a splendid achievement and great value formoney.' Recent Ornithological Publications, 'most of the important field characteristics are clearly portrayed ... Overall the book is pleasant to read, well laid out and printed to a high quality World Birdwatch, Volume 13 No.4, Dec. 1991
Number of Volumes
2 Vols.
Volume Number
Vol. 1
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
598.295491
Synopsis
This comprehensive two-volume set, authored by world-famous ornithologist Tom Roberts, is the first complete account of the avifauna of Pakistan. Covering 660 species, this superb reference book details migration patterns, voice descriptions, wintering habits and breeding status. The first volume contains much regional background information about zoogeographic influences upon bird distribution in the region, describes the main ecological zones, and has chapters on the contribution of early ornithologists and interaction between birds and man. Each volume contains a bibliography and index. The set is supported by 47 full-color plates and over 100 black and white illustrations, all drawn by the author. Volume Two will be published in 1991., World-famous ornithologist Tom Roberts has included detailed descriptions of over 660 species in this first complete account of the avifauna of Pakistan.Illustrated with over 40 full colour plates, numerous maps, and over 100 black-and-white drawings made by the author himself, this comprehensive two-volume study provides regional background information about zoogeographic influences upon bird distribution, the main ecological zones, migration patterns, breeding status, and the relationship between birds and man.
LC Classification Number
QL691.P18.R63 1991
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