To preview the book, click on http://www.blurb.com/b/6492807-the-beauty-of-birding- Delightful images of wild birds and thoughtful prose combine to present a uniquely personal expression of the beauty of birding. We see dazzling hummingbirds in luxuriant gardens, powerful raptors displaying grace and daring, elegant birds of the wind and the sea, and much more. Drawn from long experience with birds, the simple writing accompanying each photograph is at turns provocative, wistful and touching; it is always fun. These beautiful words and images are the shared talents of writer Murray Berner and photographer Pamela Rose Hawken. We have created two editions: one printed on high quality glossy paper in a 7" x 7" format sold only on Amazon for $32, and a second edition printed on (much less expensive) matte paper in an 8" x 5" format sold only on Blurb.com for $6.95. The presentation of photos and text in both books is beautiful. This is the perfect gift book for all who love birds and nature.