This sectionreviews books connected with birds and birding in and around India and only includesbooks we have access to. Most of the books reviewed are easily available from the internet though some of them will only be with specialistre-sellers.
1. The Book of Indian Birds
~ Salim Ali
BNHS 2002, hardcover 326 pages, colour plates depicting538 species.
ISBN: 0-19-566523-6
The perfect beginners book, the 2002 edition describes and illustrates538 common species. Illustrationsare by Carl D'silva. Additional text for the new edition has been taken from Dr Ali'sfield notes and edited by J C Daniel. While by no means a field guide or a reference book, the strength of this book lies in the descriptive textwhich gives meaning to birds and bird watching in India
2. Handbook of the Birds of India and Pakistan: Vol 1-10
~ Salim Ali & S. Dillon Ripley
OUP India hardcover 3121 pages, illustrated.
ISBN: 0195655060
This ten-volume series is the definitive work in this area and includesinformation on taxonomic treatment along with life history information,accounts of behaviour, ecology, distribution and migration records of birdsof the Indian subcontinent. Intended for general readers as well as ornithologists, it is the mainreference book available for Indian birds.
Firstpublished in 1968-1975.
3. Popular Handbook of Indian Birds
~ Hugh Whistler
Gurney And Jackson, 1928; 1963 fourth reprint, hardcover, colour plates
This book has lost nothing with the passage of time. Hugh Whistler knew his Indianbirds well and is particularly happy in his descriptions of their habits.Strongly recommended for those who want to go beyond 'twitching'.
4. Birds of the IndianSubcontinent
~ R. Grimmett,C. Inskipp & T. Inskipp
OUP 1999 hardcover 888 p., 150 Colour plates, maps
ISBN 0-19-564907-9
A comprehensive identificationguide to the 1,300 species found in India and the subcontinent. The book has a detailed identificationsection, descriptions of calls, habits, habitat, breeding, distribution and status.Also has distribution maps forall species. The illustrationsare amongst the best available. Taxonomy and nomenclature follow "An annotated Checklist of the Birds of the Oriental Region" and the sequence is per Sibley - Monroe. Extremely bulky and not the most accurate referencebook.
5. Pocket Guide to the Birds of the IndianSubcontinent
~ R. Grimmett,C. Inskipp & T. Inskipp
OUP New Delhi, 1999, softcover 384 p., Colour plates and maps
This is a field version of the "Birds of the IndianSubcontinent" and covers the bird species found in India and the subcontinent. 153 colour plates illustrate 1300 species. Some juvenile plumage and sub-species differences areillustrated. The accompanyingtext summarizeskey identificationfeatures and indicates habitat. Vocalization is poorly described and the accompanyingmaps are hard to locate, and at times inaccurate.
6. A Field Guide to the Birds of the IndianSubcontinent
~ Krys Kazmierczak & B. van Perlo
Yale University Press, 2000 hardcover: 352 p., colour plates & maps
ISBN: 0300079214
A compact Field Guide to 1,335 species with 96 color plates with filed identification,habitat, voice, range, and status information.Taxonomy and nomenclaturefollow "An annotated Checklistof the Birds of the Oriental Region" but the sequence follows the Peters-based systematic order.The distribution maps area highlight, as are small touches like including alternative names in the index. Includesdescription of calls. All members of a family are included in a plate wherever possible, aiding identification.
7. Birds of South Asia: The Ripley Guide;
~ Pamela C. Rasmussen & John C Anderton
Smithsonian Institution& Lynx Edicions, 2005.Hardcover Vol 1& 2.
ISBN: 84-87334-67-9
Vol 1 is a Field Guide, while Vol 2 contains details of attributesand status. Covers over 1441 species from the subcontinent and adjoining areas. The Field Guide is 378 pages and contains accurate illustrationsbacked by scientific maps.Vol 2 (683 pages) contains vocalization and taxonomicdetails. The book proposes many new splitsas full species. The text in Vol1 is often too tinyto read and distribution information is recordbased rather than field based. Overall, a must have book for the serious birdwatcher.
8. A Photographic Guide to the Birds of India
~ B. Grewal, B. Harvey & O. Pfister
Periplus 2002, softcover 512 pages, 800 species, 1000 images.
ISBN: 0-7946-0028-X
This photographic guide covers 800 species found in the IndianSubcontinent. Each species descriptionis illustrated with one or more photographs. Introductory sections containgeneral information of use to visitingbirders, such as the biogeography of the region covered, advice on timing of visits, and a brief gazetteer. An useful companionto the field guides.
9. A Field Guide to the Birds of South-east Asia
~ Craig Robson
New Holland 2000, softcover 504 pages, colour plates throughout.
ISBN: 1 84330 118 0
A comprehensive identificationguide covering south-east Asia from Myanmar to Vietnam. 104 colour plates depict all species and most subspecies of the region. The text provides details on identificationand covers voice, habitat, behavior, range, status,and breeding. Although the area covered is outside the Indiansubcontinentmany birds are common and this book is an useful reference in the eastern parts of the country.
10. Birds and Mammals of Ladakh
~ Otto Pfister
OUP, 2004, hardback. Colour photographs
ISBN 9780195657142 Rs. 795
Writtenby a Swiss national who lived in India for several years and undertook many study tours of Ladakh. It is a thorough documentation of the wealth of wildlife fromthe Ladakh region. This volume includes full descriptions and illustrationsof 276 bird species, together with concisedetails of the 34 species, which have not been sighted after 1960. Bird-watchers, naturalists,scientists and researchers with an interest in Ladakh should find it an invaluable companion.
11. Birds of Western Ghats, Kokan and Malabar
~ Satish Pande, S Tambe, C FrancisM & N Sant
OUP/BNHS, hardcover 370 pages 1700 photographs
ISBN-100195668782, Rs 995
The book covers birds of the Western Ghats - an ecological zone of global importance.This EndemicBird Area is a vulnerable hotspot of bird biodiversity. Profusely illustrated withover 1700 images the book has some interesting touches. It includesnotes relating the species to our heritage and culture and an index of scientific names,English, Marathi, and Sanskritcommon names. Cluttered design and poor production qualities mar an otherwise excellent effort. Essentialfor those interested in the area.
12. Birds of India and the Indian Subcontinent
~ Jan Willem den Besten
Mosaic Books, 2008, softcover 192 pages, Colour photographs throughout
ISBN 819027760X
Photographic guide by a Dutch, who lived in Dharamsala, Himachal for several years and wrote the regional guide to the Birds of Kangra. Over 700 species are described and illustrated. The birds are listed under groupings like Laughingthrushes, Buzzards and kites, which often make it difficult fora beginner to use. Erudite textand excellent production.
13. Birds of North India
~ Richard Grimett& Tim Inskipp
Helm, 2003, softcover 304 pages, Colour plates throughout
ISBN 0713651679
Based almost entirely on the highly acclaimedBirds of the Indian Subcontinentby the same authors, this convenient guide covers northern India and Pakistan. Each plate is accompanied by text highlighting identification,voice, habitat, altitudinal range, distribution and status. Now available in Hindi, Urdu and Marathi. Extremely useful in thefield though the lack of maps is a handicap.
14. Birds of South India
~ Richard Grimett, Tim Inskipp & Richard Allen
Helm, 2005, softcover 240 pages, Colour plates throughout
ISBN-0713651644
Based on the highly acclaimedBirds of the IndianSubcontinentby the same authors, this regional guide covers centraland south India (Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamilnaduand Lakshadweep, including Pondicherry and the Maldives) Each plate is accompanied by text highlighting identification,voice, habitat, altitudinal range, distribution and status.Now available in Tamil,Telegu, Malayalam, Kannada and Marathi. Excellent if you are usingit in the area. No distribution maps.
15. A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Himalayas
~ Bikram Grewal & Otto Pfister
New Holland 2004, softcover pocket guide, 144 pages 260 images
ISBN: 1843308088
This convenient pocket guide cover 252 birds, both resident and migratory, occurringin the Himalaya. Well illustrated with identifiable imagesin most cases, the text is descriptive and fluid.Covers most species met by the casual birder in the western Himalaya.
16. A Photographic Guide to Birds of India and Nepal
~ Bikram Grewal
OM Book Service 2008, softcover pocket guide, 144 pages 255 images & maps
ISBN: 8187108347
Pocket-sized photo travelling guide to 252 species of birds found in Indianand Nepal. Features individualaccounts and a single color photo for each species covered. Most common birds encountered in the sub-continentare covered though the accompanyingmaps need updating. Arranged according to Dillon Ripley's 'A Synopsis of the Birds of India and Pakistan', a system no longer widely followed.
17. Atlas of the Birds of Delhi and Haryana
~ Bill Harvey, N Devasar & B Grewal
Rupa & Co. 2006, softcover, 352 pages, colour illustrationsand maps.
ISBN-10: 8129109549, Rs. 795
The Atlas covers distribution and seasonality of 266 species fromthe adjoining areas of Delhi and Haryana. Beautifullyillustrated by two images of the bird, the text focuses on habitats and behaviour rather than the usual descriptive information found in field guides. Short accounts cover a further 252 species which are either scarce or very local in the two states. The introductory chaptersinclude some regional ruralfolktales involving birds.
18. About IndianBirds
~ Salim Ali, Laeeq Futehally
Photographs by Nikhil Devasar
Wisdom Tree, 2008, hardcover 122 pages, Colour photographs
ISBN-9788183280853 Price Rs495
Revamp of book first published in 1967, with new names and colour photographs. Lively text covers a few limited birds and is strictlyfor the beginner.
19. Birds of Prey of the Indian Subcontinent
~ Rishad Naoroji
Om Books/Helm 2006 hardcover 692 pages Colour plates & photographs
ISBN 9788187107699
Remarkable book written by the expert on the subject. Each of the 69 species of raptors found in India has been covered in great detail. The comprehensive text covers all aspects of identification, behaviour and distribution.A landmark publicationand last word on the subject. Excellent
20. Birds of Goa: a Reference Book
~ Heinz Lainer
Other India Bookshop, hardback, 224 Pages B/W illustrations
ISBN-10: 8185569614
More of a documentationof the Birds of Goa than an identification guide. Solidly researched, it deals with the habitat, population, distribution,migration, breeding status and other aspects of the 420 bird species recorded in Goa. For those who want more details on the Birds of Goa than what is available in guidebooks.
21. A Birdwatchers' Guide to India
~ Krys Kazmierczak and Raj Singh
OM Books, 1998, softcover, 334 pages, line drawings & maps
ISBN-10: 1871104084
Outdated but stillindispensable guide to over 90 sites and areas, for birds as well as other wildlife. Contains a checklist of Indianbirds and mammals. Detailsof how to reach, available accommodation and help in planningyour trip, along with key species that can be possibly seen makes it extremely useful.There is an urgent need for a new edition.
22. Birds of India: A Literary Companion
~ A J Urfi (Ed)
OUP, 2008, hardcover
ISBN 9780195689457, Rs. 650
An excellent selection on writingson birds sourced from several, ancient, medieval and modern writings. Writers include Edward H Aitken (EHA), Allen O Hume, Douglas Dewar, Sálim Ali, S Theodore Baskaran, R.S. Dharmakumarsinhji,Edward P Gee, Peter Jackson & Zai Whitaker. Abul Kalam Azad, William Dalrymple,Rudyard Kipling, Jawaharlal Nehru, Khushwant Singh, and Mark Twain add an new dimension to this delectable anthology. A must for anyone interested in birds.
23. Important Bird Areas in India Priority sitesfor conservation
~ Asad Rahmani & Zafar Islam (Eds)
BNHS/IBCN/Birdlife 2004, hardcover 1334 pages. Maps & photos
ISBN: 9780195673333, Rs 3,000
The result of five years' exhaustive work by the BNHS. It is the most detailed publicationever produced on the subject of birds or conservation in India. The study has given a detailed analysis of sitesthat have been identified forbird conservation in India. Each bird area is introduced withmaps, analysis, avifauna section and a brief descriptionof threatened birds, which have important habitats in the relevant states. Truly monumental work.
24. Birds in Our Lives
~ Ashish Kothari
Orient Longman 2007, softcover 308 pages. Colour photographs
ISBN 9788173715860, Rs 595
Interestingaccounts by an author who has been involved with conservation in India. Subjects covered include, birds in Indianculture, Ornithology through Indianhistory, the wonder of migration, birds in Indianeconomy, Indianbirds in danger. Excellentlyproduced, It willbe of great interest to studentsof Indian ornithology.
25. A Bird’s Eye View Vols. I & II
~ Tara Gandhi (Ed)
Permanent Black 2007, hardcover pages 905
ISBN 978-81-7824-170-8 Rs 1495
Excellent compilationof Salim Ali’s writing by his former student. This body of Sálim Ali’s work has never before been gathered together into a book. His scientific papers,shorter writings,public lectures,interviews and radio broadcasts have been painstakingedited and selected by the editor. This commendable effort willof interest to all lovers of Dr Salim Ali’s work.
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1. The Book of Indian Birds
~ Salim Ali
BNHS 2002, hardcover 326 pages, colour plates depicting538 species.
ISBN: 0-19-566523-6
The perfect beginners book, the 2002 edition describes and illustrates538 common species. Illustrationsare by Carl D'silva. Additional text for the new edition has been taken from Dr Ali'sfield notes and edited by J C Daniel. While by no means a field guide or a reference book, the strength of this book lies in the descriptive textwhich gives meaning to birds and bird watching in India
2. Handbook of the Birds of India and Pakistan: Vol 1-10
~ Salim Ali & S. Dillon Ripley
OUP India hardcover 3121 pages, illustrated.
ISBN: 0195655060
This ten-volume series is the definitive work in this area and includesinformation on taxonomic treatment along with life history information,accounts of behaviour, ecology, distribution and migration records of birdsof the Indian subcontinent. Intended for general readers as well as ornithologists, it is the mainreference book available for Indian birds.
Firstpublished in 1968-1975.
3. Popular Handbook of Indian Birds
~ Hugh Whistler
Gurney And Jackson, 1928; 1963 fourth reprint, hardcover, colour plates
This book has lost nothing with the passage of time. Hugh Whistler knew his Indianbirds well and is particularly happy in his descriptions of their habits.Strongly recommended for those who want to go beyond 'twitching'.
4. Birds of the IndianSubcontinent
~ R. Grimmett,C. Inskipp & T. Inskipp
OUP 1999 hardcover 888 p., 150 Colour plates, maps
ISBN 0-19-564907-9
A comprehensive identificationguide to the 1,300 species found in India and the subcontinent. The book has a detailed identificationsection, descriptions of calls, habits, habitat, breeding, distribution and status.Also has distribution maps forall species. The illustrationsare amongst the best available. Taxonomy and nomenclature follow "An annotated Checklist of the Birds of the Oriental Region" and the sequence is per Sibley - Monroe. Extremely bulky and not the most accurate referencebook.
5. Pocket Guide to the Birds of the IndianSubcontinent
~ R. Grimmett,C. Inskipp & T. Inskipp
OUP New Delhi, 1999, softcover 384 p., Colour plates and maps
This is a field version of the "Birds of the IndianSubcontinent" and covers the bird species found in India and the subcontinent. 153 colour plates illustrate 1300 species. Some juvenile plumage and sub-species differences areillustrated. The accompanyingtext summarizeskey identificationfeatures and indicates habitat. Vocalization is poorly described and the accompanyingmaps are hard to locate, and at times inaccurate.
6. A Field Guide to the Birds of the IndianSubcontinent
~ Krys Kazmierczak & B. van Perlo
Yale University Press, 2000 hardcover: 352 p., colour plates & maps
ISBN: 0300079214
A compact Field Guide to 1,335 species with 96 color plates with filed identification,habitat, voice, range, and status information.Taxonomy and nomenclaturefollow "An annotated Checklistof the Birds of the Oriental Region" but the sequence follows the Peters-based systematic order.The distribution maps area highlight, as are small touches like including alternative names in the index. Includesdescription of calls. All members of a family are included in a plate wherever possible, aiding identification.
7. Birds of South Asia: The Ripley Guide;
~ Pamela C. Rasmussen & John C Anderton
Smithsonian Institution& Lynx Edicions, 2005.Hardcover Vol 1& 2.
ISBN: 84-87334-67-9
Vol 1 is a Field Guide, while Vol 2 contains details of attributesand status. Covers over 1441 species from the subcontinent and adjoining areas. The Field Guide is 378 pages and contains accurate illustrationsbacked by scientific maps.Vol 2 (683 pages) contains vocalization and taxonomicdetails. The book proposes many new splitsas full species. The text in Vol1 is often too tinyto read and distribution information is recordbased rather than field based. Overall, a must have book for the serious birdwatcher.
8. A Photographic Guide to the Birds of India
~ B. Grewal, B. Harvey & O. Pfister
Periplus 2002, softcover 512 pages, 800 species, 1000 images.
ISBN: 0-7946-0028-X
This photographic guide covers 800 species found in the IndianSubcontinent. Each species descriptionis illustrated with one or more photographs. Introductory sections containgeneral information of use to visitingbirders, such as the biogeography of the region covered, advice on timing of visits, and a brief gazetteer. An useful companionto the field guides.
9. A Field Guide to the Birds of South-east Asia
~ Craig Robson
New Holland 2000, softcover 504 pages, colour plates throughout.
ISBN: 1 84330 118 0
A comprehensive identificationguide covering south-east Asia from Myanmar to Vietnam. 104 colour plates depict all species and most subspecies of the region. The text provides details on identificationand covers voice, habitat, behavior, range, status,and breeding. Although the area covered is outside the Indiansubcontinentmany birds are common and this book is an useful reference in the eastern parts of the country.
10. Birds and Mammals of Ladakh
~ Otto Pfister
OUP, 2004, hardback. Colour photographs
ISBN 9780195657142 Rs. 795
Writtenby a Swiss national who lived in India for several years and undertook many study tours of Ladakh. It is a thorough documentation of the wealth of wildlife fromthe Ladakh region. This volume includes full descriptions and illustrationsof 276 bird species, together with concisedetails of the 34 species, which have not been sighted after 1960. Bird-watchers, naturalists,scientists and researchers with an interest in Ladakh should find it an invaluable companion.
11. Birds of Western Ghats, Kokan and Malabar
~ Satish Pande, S Tambe, C FrancisM & N Sant
OUP/BNHS, hardcover 370 pages 1700 photographs
ISBN-100195668782, Rs 995
The book covers birds of the Western Ghats - an ecological zone of global importance.This EndemicBird Area is a vulnerable hotspot of bird biodiversity. Profusely illustrated withover 1700 images the book has some interesting touches. It includesnotes relating the species to our heritage and culture and an index of scientific names,English, Marathi, and Sanskritcommon names. Cluttered design and poor production qualities mar an otherwise excellent effort. Essentialfor those interested in the area.
12. Birds of India and the Indian Subcontinent
~ Jan Willem den Besten
Mosaic Books, 2008, softcover 192 pages, Colour photographs throughout
ISBN 819027760X
Photographic guide by a Dutch, who lived in Dharamsala, Himachal for several years and wrote the regional guide to the Birds of Kangra. Over 700 species are described and illustrated. The birds are listed under groupings like Laughingthrushes, Buzzards and kites, which often make it difficult fora beginner to use. Erudite textand excellent production.
13. Birds of North India
~ Richard Grimett& Tim Inskipp
Helm, 2003, softcover 304 pages, Colour plates throughout
ISBN 0713651679
Based almost entirely on the highly acclaimedBirds of the Indian Subcontinentby the same authors, this convenient guide covers northern India and Pakistan. Each plate is accompanied by text highlighting identification,voice, habitat, altitudinal range, distribution and status. Now available in Hindi, Urdu and Marathi. Extremely useful in thefield though the lack of maps is a handicap.
14. Birds of South India
~ Richard Grimett, Tim Inskipp & Richard Allen
Helm, 2005, softcover 240 pages, Colour plates throughout
ISBN-0713651644
Based on the highly acclaimedBirds of the IndianSubcontinentby the same authors, this regional guide covers centraland south India (Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamilnaduand Lakshadweep, including Pondicherry and the Maldives) Each plate is accompanied by text highlighting identification,voice, habitat, altitudinal range, distribution and status.Now available in Tamil,Telegu, Malayalam, Kannada and Marathi. Excellent if you are usingit in the area. No distribution maps.
15. A Photographic Guide to Birds of the Himalayas
~ Bikram Grewal & Otto Pfister
New Holland 2004, softcover pocket guide, 144 pages 260 images
ISBN: 1843308088
This convenient pocket guide cover 252 birds, both resident and migratory, occurringin the Himalaya. Well illustrated with identifiable imagesin most cases, the text is descriptive and fluid.Covers most species met by the casual birder in the western Himalaya.
16. A Photographic Guide to Birds of India and Nepal
~ Bikram Grewal
OM Book Service 2008, softcover pocket guide, 144 pages 255 images & maps
ISBN: 8187108347
Pocket-sized photo travelling guide to 252 species of birds found in Indianand Nepal. Features individualaccounts and a single color photo for each species covered. Most common birds encountered in the sub-continentare covered though the accompanyingmaps need updating. Arranged according to Dillon Ripley's 'A Synopsis of the Birds of India and Pakistan', a system no longer widely followed.
17. Atlas of the Birds of Delhi and Haryana
~ Bill Harvey, N Devasar & B Grewal
Rupa & Co. 2006, softcover, 352 pages, colour illustrationsand maps.
ISBN-10: 8129109549, Rs. 795
The Atlas covers distribution and seasonality of 266 species fromthe adjoining areas of Delhi and Haryana. Beautifullyillustrated by two images of the bird, the text focuses on habitats and behaviour rather than the usual descriptive information found in field guides. Short accounts cover a further 252 species which are either scarce or very local in the two states. The introductory chaptersinclude some regional ruralfolktales involving birds.
18. About IndianBirds
~ Salim Ali, Laeeq Futehally
Photographs by Nikhil Devasar
Wisdom Tree, 2008, hardcover 122 pages, Colour photographs
ISBN-9788183280853 Price Rs495
Revamp of book first published in 1967, with new names and colour photographs. Lively text covers a few limited birds and is strictlyfor the beginner.
19. Birds of Prey of the Indian Subcontinent
~ Rishad Naoroji
Om Books/Helm 2006 hardcover 692 pages Colour plates & photographs
ISBN 9788187107699
Remarkable book written by the expert on the subject. Each of the 69 species of raptors found in India has been covered in great detail. The comprehensive text covers all aspects of identification, behaviour and distribution.A landmark publicationand last word on the subject. Excellent
20. Birds of Goa: a Reference Book
~ Heinz Lainer
Other India Bookshop, hardback, 224 Pages B/W illustrations
ISBN-10: 8185569614
More of a documentationof the Birds of Goa than an identification guide. Solidly researched, it deals with the habitat, population, distribution,migration, breeding status and other aspects of the 420 bird species recorded in Goa. For those who want more details on the Birds of Goa than what is available in guidebooks.
21. A Birdwatchers' Guide to India
~ Krys Kazmierczak and Raj Singh
OM Books, 1998, softcover, 334 pages, line drawings & maps
ISBN-10: 1871104084
Outdated but stillindispensable guide to over 90 sites and areas, for birds as well as other wildlife. Contains a checklist of Indianbirds and mammals. Detailsof how to reach, available accommodation and help in planningyour trip, along with key species that can be possibly seen makes it extremely useful.There is an urgent need for a new edition.
22. Birds of India: A Literary Companion
~ A J Urfi (Ed)
OUP, 2008, hardcover
ISBN 9780195689457, Rs. 650
An excellent selection on writingson birds sourced from several, ancient, medieval and modern writings. Writers include Edward H Aitken (EHA), Allen O Hume, Douglas Dewar, Sálim Ali, S Theodore Baskaran, R.S. Dharmakumarsinhji,Edward P Gee, Peter Jackson & Zai Whitaker. Abul Kalam Azad, William Dalrymple,Rudyard Kipling, Jawaharlal Nehru, Khushwant Singh, and Mark Twain add an new dimension to this delectable anthology. A must for anyone interested in birds.
23. Important Bird Areas in India Priority sitesfor conservation
~ Asad Rahmani & Zafar Islam (Eds)
BNHS/IBCN/Birdlife 2004, hardcover 1334 pages. Maps & photos
ISBN: 9780195673333, Rs 3,000
The result of five years' exhaustive work by the BNHS. It is the most detailed publicationever produced on the subject of birds or conservation in India. The study has given a detailed analysis of sitesthat have been identified forbird conservation in India. Each bird area is introduced withmaps, analysis, avifauna section and a brief descriptionof threatened birds, which have important habitats in the relevant states. Truly monumental work.
24. Birds in Our Lives
~ Ashish Kothari
Orient Longman 2007, softcover 308 pages. Colour photographs
ISBN 9788173715860, Rs 595
Interestingaccounts by an author who has been involved with conservation in India. Subjects covered include, birds in Indianculture, Ornithology through Indianhistory, the wonder of migration, birds in Indianeconomy, Indianbirds in danger. Excellentlyproduced, It willbe of great interest to studentsof Indian ornithology.
25. A Bird’s Eye View Vols. I & II
~ Tara Gandhi (Ed)
Permanent Black 2007, hardcover pages 905
ISBN 978-81-7824-170-8 Rs 1495
Excellent compilationof Salim Ali’s writing by his former student. This body of Sálim Ali’s work has never before been gathered together into a book. His scientific papers,shorter writings,public lectures,interviews and radio broadcasts have been painstakingedited and selected by the editor. This commendable effort willof interest to all lovers of Dr Salim Ali’s work.
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