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Field Notes on Science and Nature

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Book Synopsis: Once in a great while, as the New York Times noted recently, a naturalist writes a book that changes the way people look at the living world. John James Audubon’s Birds of America, published in 1838, was one. Roger Tory Peterson’s 1934 Field Guide to the Birds was another. How does such insight into nature develop? Pioneering a new niche in the study of plants and animals in their native habitat, Field Notes on Science and Nature allows readers to peer over the shoulders and into the notebooks of a dozen eminent field workers, to study firsthand their observational methods, materials, and fleeting impressions.

What did George Schaller note when studying the lions of the Serengeti? What lists did Kenn Kaufman keep during his 1973 “big year”? How does Piotr Naskrecki use relational databases and electronic field notes? In what way is Bernd Heinrich’s approach “truly Thoreauvian,” in E. O. Wilson’s view? Recording observations in the field is an indispensable scientific skill, but researchers are not generally willing to share their personal records with others. Here, for the first time, are reproductions of actual pages from notebooks. And in essays abounding with fascinating anecdotes, the authors reflect on the contexts in which the notes were taken.

Covering disciplines as diverse as ornithology, entomology, ecology, paleontology, anthropology, botany, and animal behavior, Field Notes offers specific examples that professional naturalists can emulate to fine-tune their own field methods, along with practical advice that amateur naturalists and students can use to document their adventures.

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Discover the secrets of scientific observation with Field Notes on Science and Nature. This groundbreaking book takes you on a journey into the notebooks of twelve eminent field workers, giving you an exclusive peek into their methods and insights. From renowned ornithologist George Schaller to legendary naturalist Kenn Kaufman, you'll learn from the best in the field. These pages are filled with fascinating anecdotes and personal records, providing invaluable guidance for professional naturalists and adventurous students alike.

In this unique collection, you'll delve into the world of ornithology, entomology, ecology, paleontology, anthropology, botany, and animal behavior. Each discipline offers specific examples that scientists can use to refine their own field methods. Whether you want to study the lions of the Serengeti like George Schaller or keep meticulous lists during your own "big year" like Kenn Kaufman, Field Notes on Science and Nature will equip you with practical advice and invaluable insights.

But what makes this book truly revolutionary is the access it provides to the personal records of these eminent researchers. For the first time, you can flip through the actual pages of their notebooks. Immerse yourself in their observations, materials, and fleeting impressions. Witness the birth of extraordinary breakthroughs as they unfold on paper.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to revolutionize your approach to the study of plants and animals in their natural habitats. Enhance your scientific skills, document your own explorations, and unlock the secrets of the natural world. Grab your copy of Field Notes on Science and Nature today and embark on a journey of discovery like no other.

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