Book Description
Identifies more than 100 early ornithologists and explorers who contributed to our understanding of the region's avian life. Fischer tells why they came to the region, what they saw, who described and named the new discoveries, and who were the first to sketch or paint new birds. Featuring a comprehensive bibliography and maps that portray the march of exploration, this is a major sourcebook for ornithology and an essential volume for anyone interested in birds and birding.
