{"product_id":"1966-birds-of-north-america-golden-field-guide","title":"Birds of North America (1966) Golden Field Guide | Robbins, Zim \u0026 Bruun | Arthur Singer Illustrations | First Edition","description":"\u003ch3\u003e🐦 1966 Golden Field Guide — Classic Bird Identification with Iconic Illustrations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline-block; margin: 8px 0 8px 0; padding: 5px 14px; border-radius: 14px; border: 1px solid #d8c9f0; background: linear-gradient(180deg, #f5f0ff 0%, #e9ddff 100%); color: #4b2e83; font-size: 15px; font-weight: 625; letter-spacing: 0.2px;\"\u003e🌿A separate listing for the 1983 expanded and revised edition of \u003cem\u003eBirds of North America\u003c\/em\u003e is also available.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 22px 0 20px 0; padding: 8px 14px 6px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #334FB4; background-color: #f8faff;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #334fb4; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px;\"\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGolden Field Guides\u003c\/strong\u003e introduced generations to birding through clear, approachable design and richly detailed illustrations. Early editions featuring \u003cstrong\u003eArthur Singer’s \u003c\/strong\u003eartwork remain especially beloved for their clarity and nostalgic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003eWhile the 1966 first edition may be preferred by collectors for its original illustration plates and rarity, active birders may prefer the later 1983 edition for its practical field use — updated taxonomy and improved illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished in 1966 by Golden Press, \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirds of North America: A Guide to Field Identification \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eis one of the most recognizable and widely used bird guides of the 20th century. The cover artwork—featuring vividly colored songbirds perched among green foliage—is instantly recognizable and reflects the approachable, educational tone that defined the Golden Guide series. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for accessibility without sacrificing scientific accuracy, this guide presents approximately \u003cstrong\u003e700 bird species\u003c\/strong\u003e across 340 pages, combining detailed color illustrations and concise identification notes—making it an essential companion for both beginners and experienced birders. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0 20px 0; padding: 10px 14px 8px 14px; border-left: 3px solid #9C8F81; background-color: #f4efea;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #6e6258; font-size: 15px; letter-spacing: 0.2px;\"\u003eAbout the Creators\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChandler S. Robbins\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBertel Bruun\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eHerbert S. Zim\u003c\/strong\u003e combined scientific expertise with a talent for public education, helping make bird identification accessible to a broad audience. Robbins’ work with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and his role in developing the North American Breeding Bird Survey were especially influential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 6px 0 4px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArthur B. Singer\u003c\/strong\u003e, the illustrator, brought exceptional precision and lifelike detail to the guide. His artwork set a lasting standard for field identification, capturing subtle markings and coloration essential for recognizing species in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftcover in very good condition with a tight binding. The primary sign of age is darkening to the front cover, consistent with handling and light exposure and some foxing to interior pages. Overall, a well-preserved and highly usable example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBrowse the\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/collections\/reference-instruction-books-field-guides\" title=\"Biographies, Reference Books, Textbooks and Educational Materials\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eBiographies \u0026amp; Reference Books\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003efor more nature guides and the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" title=\"Birds of America Golden Field Guide (1983 Expanded Revised Edition)\" href=\"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/products\/1983-birds-of-north-america-golden-field-guide-revised\"\u003e1983 edition\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof this field guide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Golden Field Guide Series","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43095512973379,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0114\/3262\/4186\/files\/BirdsofNorthAmerica058.jpg?v=1774827411","url":"https:\/\/thetownhouseantiques.com\/products\/1966-birds-of-north-america-golden-field-guide","provider":"The Townhouse Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}