What you should know about the Purple Martin

What you should know about the Purple Martin written & published by J L Wade, Griggsville, IL, 1993. 4th Edition 2nd Printing. Paperback. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Small tear on back cover, overall content excellent. 240 Pgs. America's Most Wanted Bird. 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 2007 BooksForComfort. Item ID 14424.