An excellent and informative light hearted look at the not so humble pigeon
An excellent and informative light hearted look at the not so humble pigeon
📖 3-16-22 || OK, seriously… Who knew that watching pigeons could be so interesting?! This is a fun, very accessible and easy-to-read guide to all things pigeon. 🕊
Did you know… That doves are pigeons? That pigeons evolved from dinosaurs? That pigeons are monogamous? Or that in spite of having a reputation for being dirty they are actually quite clean birds?
Reading Envy Podcast Episode 241: Feral Pigeons with Laurie
Laurie is back and we talk about book challenges, even one in French! Since she is a biologist, science comes up as a theme in multiple ways.
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I grew up in a city and was taught pigeons were dirty and disease-carrying birds. This illustrated non-fiction book has changed my view. Pigeons are interesting birds and have a long connection with humans. Rosemary Mosco‘s art is playful and expresses the delight she finds in the birds. Her writing style is informative and yet still easy to understand for anyone. You do not need a deep knowledge of birds or nature to enjoy this.