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On Birds and Birdwatching

It's summer -- an excellent time of year to get outside and see what the birds are up to in the Washington, DC area. In order to whet your appetite and make your birdwatching experience more rewarding, here's a handful of books on bird anatomy, bird life, how to birdwatch, and some field guides to help you identify the particular birds you come across during your rambles.

Books for the Summer-Time

With summer recently arrived (lazy summer days being another way of experiencing time, I think), I wanted to put together a list of books that have bent how I think about time - something to serve as a reminder to spend time being present in the moment (however we feel ourselves inhabiting it). Hope you get a chance to read one or more at some point during the upcoming hot summer days!

Sliding Doors

Sometimes one choice can lead to different iterations of a life - do you ever wonder about other yous?