This pocket guide takes the authority and reputation of "National Geographic's" top-selling "Field Guide to the Birds of North America" and turn it short and sweet. Here is a book that meets the same standards of excellence, trimmed down in size and content, tailored to the needs of an eager beginner who may not want to invest in a more comprehensive field guide. Affordable, beautifully illustrated, and easy to carry, this entry-level birding title will welcome newcomers to an activity enjoyed by millions.This pocket guide takes the authority and reputation of "National Geographic's" top-selling "Field Guide to the Birds of North America" and turn it short and sweet. Here is a book that meets the same standards of excellence, trimmed down in size and content, tailored to the needs of an eager beginner who may not want to invest in a more comprehensive field guide. Affordable, beautifully illustrated, and easy to carry, this entry-level birding title will welcome newcomers to an activity enjoyed by millions.