Learn all about how birds fly at upcoming pesentation

||| FROM SAM GAILEY for ORCAS ISLAND LIBRARY |||

Peter Cavanagh, a dedicated bird photographer, pilot and expert in the fields of biomechanics and anatomy, has dedicated a decade to crafting this remarkable book, How Birds Fly. Through awe-inspiring photography and conversational prose, Peter unveils the complex evolutions and physics of bird flight, making it accessible to bird lovers of all levels.

But How Birds Fly is more than a scientific exploration; it’s a celebration of the artistry of bird flight. Uncover the stories of flight pioneers like Leonardo da Vinci and the Wright Brothers, and how engineers still draw inspiration from birds for cutting-edge aircraft design. With this book, you can savor each chapter independently, enjoying stunning photographs and enlightening illustrations. In “From the Lab” sections, you’ll dive into real research studies, gaining a taste of how ornithologists work.