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Vogel, Carole Garbuny , Leshem, Yossi

The Man Who Flies with Birds

64 pp. | Kar-Ben | September, 2009 | Trade ISBN 978-0-8225-7643-3 $18.95

(2) 4-6 This book describes the research of Israeli biologist Leshem, who studies the migratory patterns of raptors and other soaring birds. Vogel's well-paced text explains how Leshem became interested in bird migration and describes the tools and practices he has developed. Numerous photographs and diagrams illustrate the migration routes and feature birds both in close-up detail and in massive migratory flocks. Reading list, websites. Ind.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2009