Bird Neighbors An Introductory Acquaintance with One Hundred and Fifty Birds Commonly Found in the Gardens, Meadows, and Woods About Our Homes

"Bird Neighbors" by Neltje Blanchan is a descriptive guide meant to grow awareness and knowledge of nature. Its purpose is to help people learn about and value one hundred and fifty different types of common birds that are found in gardens, fields, and forests. It strives to deepen the reader's insights and understanding of their specific traits, behaviors, and natural settings. The beginning of the book includes an introduction by John Burroughs, stressing how important it is to interact with nature in order to spark a love of bird watching. Burroughs talks about how observation can help people grow, sharing a story of how he became fascinated by the world of birds after learning to identify and enjoy the birds in his area. By making friends with these "bird neighbors," he thinks people can change how they see the world around them and grow a lifelong bond with nature. The book's preface describes the goal of making it easy for people to access correct information so that even beginners can recognize and enjoy these common birds, which will encourage readers to actively participate in observing nature.