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The Story of Birds: A New History from Their Dinosaur Origins to the Present
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We see them every day, but how often do we consider their incredible evolution? Explore the history of these majestic creatures, tracing their journey from the age of dinosaurs, feather by feather, to the birds that grace our skies today.
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From the renowned paleontologist and bestselling author of The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs, a sweeping evolutionary history of birds, from their dinosaur origins to the 10,000+ extraordinary species alive today.
Tens of billions of birds share the planet with us, an astonishingly diverse array of species that are present nearly everywhere humans call home—and many places we do not. With their flamboyant plumage, joyous dawn serenades, extraordinary aerial feats, ...
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