Rare Air - (Hardcover)

About the Book

"A unique, intimate, and artistic approach to conserve and support animals on the wing!"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

"This book presents a cross-section of endangered flying creatures with striking art and concise text." -- The Birder's Library

Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards Finalist

• Stunning collection of endangered winged animals in distinctive pen and ink style
• Features 66 endangered North American species of flight
• Full-color illustrations throughout

Rare Air, the culmination of artist Sarah Kaizar's dedication to illustrating endangered fauna, features 66 endangered species of flight--33 birds, 5 bats, 12 bees, and 16 butterflies--presented in her scientifically accurate and utterly engaging pen-and-ink style. Complementing the art are informative and story-driven natural histories of each species by writer A. Scott Meiser, as well as interviews with biologists who are working to sustain some of the same species. An introduction highlights how Kaizar developed this project, while the "How to Get Involved" appendix provides helpful tips on actions readers can take to help these creatures.

Kaizar's work informs readers about the world around them in a way that is beautiful and engaging, while also examining the environmental conditions that put these species at risk. Rare Air broadens the conversation about environmental study and inspires readers across the country to care for our winged creatures.

Review Quotes

With its profusion of breathtakingly beautiful illustrations and their accompanying informative commentaries, Rare Air: Endangered Birds, Bats, Butterflies & Bees is a treasure to simply page through one memorable page at a time.-- "Midwest Book Review"

A delightful book--Lori Potter "Birding magazine"

Award-winning artist Kaizar features more than 60 endangered species through her enchanting art while Meiser writes story-driven natural histories, utilizing interviews with biologists. At the end, you'll be inspired to care for and protect these delicate winged creatures and spread the word to other birders, nature watchers, and pollinator protectors.--Wendy Altschuler "Forbes"

The polished art and informative but funny writing will appeal to a broad range of eco-conscious readers and thinkers. Rare Air makes a perfect gift for style-conscious birders or environmentalists.--Sara Beth West "Shelf Awareness"

This book presents a cross-section of endangered flying creatures with striking art and concise text. Its clear conservation message is much appreciated, but would be worth getting for the artwork alone!--Grant McCreary "The Birder's Library"