Thornton Burgess was an author of stories for children, a radio broadcaster, and a naturalist. This post is concerned with the latter 2 and, of course, the California condor.
Tag: Children
More illustrations from books for children: 1986-2016
Books for young audiences can be counted on to include excellent artwork. Here are 10 illustrations of the California condor from as many children’s books.
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Novels for older children
This post notes 3 excellent works of fiction intended for older children. The California condor plays an essential – and different – role in each of these.
Boys’ Life: 1942-1999
During the years 1942-1999, Boys’ Life, the magazine of the Boy Scouts of America, published at least 20 items referring to the California condor. By doing so, this magazine reached an important audience with information about the condor.
This post offers an overview of what boy scouts learned about the California condor from their magazine during the 20th century.
Illustrations from books for children: 1975-2015
Here are 8 fine illustrations of the California condor from children’s books.
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