This is the classic Golden Field Guide bird book so many birders grew up with—portable, no-nonsense, and packed with quick ID help.
The Expanded, Revised Edition pairs crisp species notes with Arthur Singer’s signature illustrations plus handy range maps to keep you oriented in the field. It’s not a “sit-down-and-read” plot book—it’s a spot-it, flip-to-it, identify-it companion for hikes, road trips, and backyard lists.
Photo-verified details below and ready for your nature shelf (or your glovebox).
Quick Specs
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Item Type: Vintage paperback field guide
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Size: 8 × 5 × 1 inches
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Material: Paper / paperback binding
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Color: Blue cover with multicolor bird illustration
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Origin or Maker: Golden Press (New York) / Western Publishing Company, Inc. (Racine, Wisconsin)
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Year or Era: copyright 1966
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GENRE: Ornithology & Birdwatching
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Language / Pages: English / 360 pages
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Identifiers: ISBN 0-307-33656-5; Library of Congress Catalog Card No. 83-60422; barcode visible (0 33500 98670 3)
Edition & Features
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condition/Printing: Expanded, Revised Edition (as stated on cover)
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Illustrations/Maps/Plates: Full-color bird illustrations + range maps (as shown)
Condition Grade: Good
Notes: Noticeable shelf wear to cover/edges and corners; some scuffing/rubbing visible. Pages show age toning; yellow endpaper has scattered spotting/discoloration visible in photos. Binding appears intact and pages look readable—solid working copy for birding or reference.
- See all photos for detail—sold as pictured.
Condition Grade Key
Near Fine: minimal wear; tight; clean.
Very Good: light wear; clean text; minor flaws.
Good: noticeable wear; sound reading copy; some marks.
Fair: heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.
About the Author: Chandler S. Robbins
Chandler S. Robbins was a leading American ornithologist whose work helped shape modern bird conservation and birding education—perfectly matched to the Golden Guide mission of practical, in-the-field identification.
A beloved, grab-and-go vintage bird guide—made to be used, not just displayed.
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The vintage items I share with you have been previously owned and loved and may show some wear. Please use the pictures as a guide. While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Care & Handling: Handle with clean, dry hands. Store upright, out of direct sunlight, at about 68°F and 40–50% relative humidity. Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings. Please note: If you have any questions or need more photos, ask.
