The Lore of the Lyrebird - Pratt, Ambrose
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Lyrebirds are native to Australia and were only scientifically documented in the late 18th Century and are still the subject of exhaustive study to this day. Their amazing calls and exceptional skills of mimicry have led them to becoming the subject of many tall tales, this is a well written guide to the real Lyrebird by a man who has been into the wild outback to find them. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.…mehr

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Lyrebirds are native to Australia and were only scientifically documented in the late 18th Century and are still the subject of exhaustive study to this day. Their amazing calls and exceptional skills of mimicry have led them to becoming the subject of many tall tales, this is a well written guide to the real Lyrebird by a man who has been into the wild outback to find them. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
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Australian writer, journalist, naturalist, and ornithologist Ambrose Pratt, who was born in Hobart, Tasmania, on January 13, 1874, was well-known for his literary works and his in-depth understanding of Australian plants and animals. Pratt started out as a writer but eventually became a well-known ornithologist due to his passion for the outdoors and wildlife. With an emphasis on natural history and outdoor topics, he wrote several books and contributed pieces to a number of magazines. Pratt's writing style was captivating and he included his love of nature into his works, which made them readable by a broad readership. Ambrose Pratt actively participated in public life in addition to being committed to his literary and scientific endeavors. He made a substantial contribution to the research and conservation of Australian avifauna while serving as a member of the Royal Australasian Ornithologists Union. Through his publications, which offer insightful perspectives into Australia's natural history in the early 20th century, Pratt's legacy lives on.