The Seasons of the Robin is a wonderful, insightful account of the first year in a young birds' life. Written from the Robin's point of view, the reader experiences all the joys and dangers the bird faces from the moment he hatches, through the fledgling stage, the perils of migration and surviving the winter and returning to the breeding grounds as a first year adult seeking a mate and territory of his own. The author avoids anthropomorphism, revealing the sharp intelligence, quick learning and adaptability of the Robin very well.
Anyone who has ever wanted to more deeply understand the lives of familiar birds will find this book incredibly enjoyable and enlightening. As a birdwatcher and nature lover I now have a whole new depth of understanding of the animals I observe. I know a lot about birds, but after reading this book, I feel that I truly understand how it is to be one. But even if you are not a back yard birdwatcher or have never given much thought to the birds in your back yard and city parks, you will still enjoy this book and common birds will never be over looked again! My respect and admiration for all living things is taken to a new level after reading this book, which I enjoyed so much that after finishing it I immediately started over and read the whole book again. Beautifully written, this is a classic, which I will cherish and enjoy over and over for many years to come.
