Burgess Bird Book for Children Author:Thornton W. (Thornton Waldo) Burgess Renowned naturalist and author of children's books on wildlife successfully blends information and entertainment in his book about birds, among them saucy Jenny Wren, Redwing the Blackbird, Melody the Wood Thrush, Spooky the Screech Owl, Creaker the Purple Grackle, Downy the Woodpecker, and other feathered friends. 32 black-and-white illustratio... more »ns. Learn all about birds' physical appearance, eating and nesting habits, migration patterns, songs and call.« less