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4.2/5 Goodreads The Wisdom of Birds: An Illustrated History of Ornithology by Tim Birkhead is a 2008 book that traces the scientific study of birds from ancient myths to modern discoveries, exploring how our understanding of avian life, behavior, and evolution has developed over centuries, featuring numerous illustrations. It covers topics like bird song, migration, and mating, while also examining the history of ornithology, including its European focus and the impact of colonialism, and how it moved from superstition to evidence-based science.