audubon, john james

"As a child, John would often skip school to roam the countryside. He collected bird nests, unique stones, bits of moss, and other items of interest and developed his talent for creating dramatic bird portraits and skills for observing them in the wild. Using his abilities as an acute observer, skilled writer, and exceptional artist, Audubon wrote and illustrated a book, Birds of America. Cataloging all these creatures took enormous time and effort--but even more difficult was finding a way to publish it. To make his book a reality he had to persuade wealthy investors to support his dream. The stories of his adventures pursuing the unique birds of the America captured the imagination of audiences. Audubon became a larger-than-life figure and dubbed himself "the American Woodsman." Years after his death his artwork is still considered a major accomplishment that inspired a greater interest in American birdlife"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an overview of the life of John James Audubon, discussing his childhood in Haiti and France, move to the United States, business and artistic ventures, conservation efforts, legacy, and more.

A biography of ornithologist, naturalist, and painter John James Audubon.

A biography of the nineteenth-century ornithologist, naturalist, and artist famous for his accurate paintings of birds and animals.

Fourteen-year-old Doug Swieteck faces many challenges, including an abusive father, a brother traumatized by Vietnam, suspicious teachers and police officers, and isolation, but when he meets a girl known as Lil Spicer, he develops a close relationship with her and finds a safe place at the local library.

Provides an illustrated biography of the renowned American naturalist and artist John James Audubon, revealing his life's work studying and drawing the birds of the world.

"At the start of the 19th century, John James Audubon embarked upon an ... ornithological quest across America with nothing but his artist's materials, an assistant and a gun. Driving him on through terrible storms, encounters with ferocious bears and dangerous people, Audubon's all-consuming passion for birds came to define his entire life--but what would the world make of his expressive and distinctly unscientific illustrations upon his return?"--Back cover.

A biography of ornithologist, naturalist, and painter John James Audubon.

Examines the life of John James Audubon, and tells the story of his long struggle against the scientific establishment to gain recognition for his lifelike paintings of birds.