Game Birds and Game Fishes of the Pacific Coast

** "Game Birds and Game Fishes of the Pacific Coast" by Harry Thom Payne is a detailed guide to the game birds and fish inhabiting the Pacific Coast of North America, crafted for outdoor enthusiasts and novice sportsmen rather than scientists. Payne uses simple language and practical descriptions, enhanced by illustrations, to educate hunters, especially young ones, about the different species they might encounter. Highlighting the importance of new hunting regulations, the book reflects Payne's decades of personal experience in nature, blending field knowledge with scientific classifications to deepen the understanding of the connection between wildlife and recreational hunting. **