The Life and the Organization of Birds – W. B. Yapp

The Life and the Organization of Birds

🔹 Author: W. B. Yapp

🔹 Publisher: Edward Arnold, London

🔹 Edition: First Edition, 1970

🔹 Binding: Hardcover

🔹 Pages: 246

🔹 Size: 5.5 × 0.5 × 8.5 inches

🔹 Language: English

Written by the noted zoologist W. B. Yapp, The Life and the Organization of Birds offers a clear and engaging study of birds from both biological and ecological perspectives. The book examines how birds are adapted to their environments, explaining the structure, functions, and behaviour that have enabled them to thrive in a wide variety of habitats across the world.

The volume explores important aspects of avian life, including anatomy, physiology, flight, feeding habits, breeding, migration, nesting, and communication. It also discusses the relationship between birds and their environment, illustrating how evolution and natural selection have shaped their remarkable diversity. Combining scientific accuracy with accessible writing, the author presents complex biological concepts in a manner suitable for both students and general readers.

Designed as an informative reference, the book serves as an excellent introduction to ornithology while also providing valuable insights for readers interested in zoology, ecology, and wildlife studies. Its balanced approach makes it useful for academic study as well as for anyone with a passion for birds and the natural world.

Published by Edward Arnold, London as a First Edition in 1970, this hardcover edition contains 246 pages and measures 5.5 × 0.5 × 8.5 inches. Its scholarly content, durable binding, and first edition status make it a valuable addition to collections of natural history, biology, and scientific literature.

• Written by W. B. Yapp
• Published by Edward Arnold, London
• First Edition, 1970
• Hardcover binding
• 246 pages
• Size: 5.5 × 0.5 × 8.5 inches
• Language: English
• Comprehensive introduction to ornithology
• Covers bird anatomy, behaviour, ecology, and evolution
• Ideal for students, bird enthusiasts, researchers, and collectors

🔹 Collector’s Note

This 1970 First Edition hardcover of The Life and the Organization of Birds is a valuable collectible for readers of natural history and biological sciences. Published by Edward Arnold, London, it reflects the scientific scholarship of its time and remains a useful reference on ornithology. Its first edition status and enduring educational value make it an excellent addition to collections of wildlife, zoology, and classic science books.