The book is worth the price of admission for purely visual reasons, though readers will find the text equally rewarding -Publisher's Weekly starred review
This book is a treasure trove of colorful paintings and photographs, interesting sidebars, top-ten lists... worth its considerable price for the artwork alone. A browser's delight... This book should have wide appeal for all birders and bird enthusiasts. Highly recommended. -Library Journal
Captivating photographs with art, fantastic bits of trivia and history, anatomy lessons, tips on becoming a birder... -Denver Post
It easily ranks with the top three or four bird books published in 2012. -Minneapolis Star Tribune
Bird fanciers will find much to like and learn about in this beautiful book. -The Free Lance-Star (Fredericksburg, VA)
A pictorial feast...clear, witty prose...if one were looking for a single volume to serve as a basic reference, Bird Watcher's Bible would be it. -Examiner.com
Beautifully illustrated and full of fascinating facts. -Book News
Even for nonbirders... surprisingly readable... interesting bird facts, how-to hints, folklore and history. The beautiful illustrations are a treat. -Metro.US.com
...in the upper echelons of aesthetic appeal. -10000 Birds blog
Everything that is great about National Geographic jumps out at you...Filled with jaw-dropping visuals...one of the most beautiful and informative bird books out there. -Bird Freak blog
This book is a great addition to any birder's collection and would make a very nice Christmas present! -Nutty Birder blog
The breadth of topics covered is staggering...This is a very attractive book, which makes it all the more pleasurable to pore over. -The Birder's Library
Belongs in every bird watcher's library. -Laura's Birding Blog
