What You should know about the Purple Martin: Americas Most Wanted Bird

Griggsville, IL: Self Published, 1991. 4th Ed 1st Pr. Part of a label stuck to front cover. Paperback. 8vo. 15 Pgs.. Nr Fine. What You should know about the Purple Martin: Americas Most Wanted Bird written & published by J L Wade, Griggsville, IL, 1991. 4th Edition 1st Printing. Paperback. No DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Part of a label stuck to front cover. 240 Pgs. The Purple Martin is a friendly, insect-eating bird that likes to live in colonies near human activities. This book is a story that clearly illuminates the nation's growing concern for the safety of our environment. It is not only about the bird and its benefits to man, but also about the unusual methods by which the birds' boosters proved its effectiveness and then told its story to the nation. Here is the most thorough editorial and pictorial coverage ever given to this species. Illustrated with black and white photos and drawings. Description text copyright 2017 BooksForComfort. Item ID 31843.