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These are reprint editions reprinted with the help of original book just to give the original look and feel we do not change its format and text due to which in some cases the text is not like new. About The Book: ***A Dictionary of Birds*** by Alfred Newton, with contributions from Hans Gadow and others, is a comprehensive 19th-century ornithological reference that systematically covers bird biology, taxonomy, anatomy, behavior, and conservation. Published between 1893 and 1896, it blends scientific accuracy with accessible language, making it valuable to both scholars and enthusiasts. The work draws from contemporary zoological research and includes detailed entries on bird families, species, physiology, and evolutionary relationships. Newton’s commitment to thoroughness and clarity, supported by Gadow’s anatomical expertise, established the dictionary as a foundational text in ornithology, reflecting the scientific standards and naturalist curiosity of the Victorian era. About The Author: **Alfred Newton (1829–1907)** was a pioneering English zoologist and ornithologist who served as Professor of Comparative Anatomy at Cambridge for over 40 years. A founding figure in modern ornithology, he authored *A Dictionary of Birds* (1893–1896) with contributions from Hans Gadow and others—a landmark reference on bird biology and classification. Newton also produced *Ootheca Wolleyana*, a richly illustrated work on British bird eggs, and wrote key articles on extinct species like the dodo. He advocated for wildlife protection, contributing to the Wild Birds' Protection Act (1880), and promoted natural history through influential publications, scientific reports, and contributions to the *Encyclopædia Britannica*. The Title 'A Dictionary of Birds written/authored/edited by Alfred Newton and Hans Gadow', published in the year 1896. The ISBN 9789373165578 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 1240 (Pages). The publisher of this title