Darmstadt 2020, HC., large format 21.5 × 28.5 cm, 144 pages, numerous drawings. This book takes the reader on a journey through the mysterious world of cranes. It deals with the threats these these “birds of happiness” are facing, their mythology, breeding and travelling, as well as with their dance moves, feathers and diet. Fascinating species accounts portray all 15 species of Gruidae, from the familiar common crane through the Siberian crane to the blue crane. A diary-like, authentic text describes a year in the life of a family of cranes on the Baltic coast of Schleswig-Holstein, from the pair’s first courtship display featuring impressive choreography through the rearing of their young to their autumn migration. Brilliant illustrations—sensitive watercolors and pencil drawings—show the unique beauty of cranes in all facets of their being. For bird painter Christopher Schmidt illustrating is about capturing little moments. In German.
| Author | SCHMIDT, C.: |
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| Language | German |