Book Review: The Field Guide to Dumb Birds of North America by Matt Kracht

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 **Disclaimer: I received a free electronic ARC for review on NetGalley.**
Genre: Animals, Humor, Nonfiction, Reference/Guidebook
Release Date: April 2, 2019 
Description:
" Perfect for the anti-aviary (or bird fanatic with a sense of humor), this snarky illustrated handbook is equal parts profane, funny, and—let's face it—true. Featuring 50 common North American birds, such as the White-Breasted Butt Nugget and the Goddamned Canada Goose (or White-Breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose for the layperson), Kracht identifies all the idiots in your backyard and details exactly why they suck with humorous, yet angry, ink drawings. Each entry is accompanied by facts about a bird's (annoying) call, its (dumb) migratory pattern, its (downright tacky) markings, and more. With migratory maps and tips for birding, plus musings on the avian population and the ethics of birdwatching, this is the essential guide to all things wings. No need to wonder what all that racket is anymore! "

I quite like this book. The sarcastic humor was right up my alley and I cracked a good amount of smiles, which is always a good thing as I very much appreciate a humorous read. Personally, I know nothing about birds other than how much of a nuisance they can be. Despite how humorous this guidebook is written, it is good to note that the author does provide insightful information about bird watching, which left me a little more informed about birdwatching, or birding. 

 Unfortunately, when I received this ARC from NetGalley, the pictures were blocked out due to copyright, which I'm sure took a part of the reading experience away from me as I've seen some of the pictures and they're hilarious, while very well drawn at the same time. I'm certain that my rating would've been higher if I was able to see the drawings in the book. 

Overall, despite this being targetted towards bird lovers or something of the sort, it is still very much a beginner's guide friendly for those who know nothing about birds 👌



Overall rating: 3.5/5 😀

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