Ornithology, 4th Edition is a comprehensive introductory text covering a wide scope of topics essential for understanding the field of ornithology. This edition infuses the most current research and a more conceptual approach alongside an evolutionary perspective. The 4th edition retains its hallmark readability, as well as a well updated narrative and bibliography with the latest scientific content and references.

This fascinating and compulsive read takes you through the life and times of a Twentieth Century man who endured and survived four years of captivity as a Second World War P.O.W. Marched all over Europe and succeeding in escaping three times.The courage and grit of a man with an unbreakable spirit shines through and despite atrocious cruelty, painful injuries and hardship, manages to relate the experiences with strength and humour.A MUST READ and a great primary resource for Historical Research !!