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Brushed By Feathers
A Year Of Birdwatching In The West
by Francis Wood
ISBN: 1555914802
ISBN-13: 9781555914806
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Fulcrum Pub
Published date: 2004
Size: 6 x 8.75 inches
Weight: 0.75 pounds
Pages: 247
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Brushed By Feathers: A Year Of Birdwatching In The West
Wood, Frances L
Fulcrum Publishing. PAPERBACK. 1555914802 VeryGood, Clean, No markings, square, only very mild signs of use (Edition:First Printing) All books are packaged with care to protect the corners. Ships same or next bussness day. . Very Good. ( more information) Offered by Prospero's Fine Books (United States)
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Brushed By Feathers: A Year Of Birdwatching In The West
Wood, Francis
Golden, Colorado, U.S.A.: Fulcrum Publishing, 2004 In very good, clean, unmarked condition. Spine uncreased. Cover shows light edge/shelfwear. Three pages with slight dampstain resulting in wrinkling but not discoloration. Intriguing factual essays accompanied by vivid line drawings and quotes from noted naturalists,. Soft Cover. Very Good. 6 x 9. ( more information) Offered by Adagio Books (United States)
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Brushed By Feathers: A Year Of Birdwatching In The West
Frances L. Wood
Fulcrum Publishing, 2004-11-05. Paperback. Like New. This book is just like new - clean, tight and unmarked. A lightly read copy in great condition.* ( more information) Offered by AZBOOKA2 (United States)
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Brushed By Feathers : A Year Of Birdwatching In The West
Wood, Frances
Golden, CO: Fulcrum Publishing, 2004. Trade paperback, new. Illustrated by the author. Indexed. 247 pages.. ISBN: 1555914802. Trade Paperback. New. NATURE BIRDS BIRDWATCHING. ( more information) Offered by M Hofferber Books (United States)
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Brushed By Feathers: A Year Of Birdwatching In The West
Wood, Frances L
Fulcrum Publishing. PAPERBACK. 1555914802 New with very slight shelf wear from time on shelf (like you'd see at a major chain). We ship daily, provide personalized customer service and want you to have a great experience purchasing from us. Thank you for your consideration. . New. ( more information) Offered by BennettBooksLtd (United States)
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