Life Among Birds in Joy and Sorrow. Province

"Life Among Birds in Joy and Sorrow" is a book by St. Petersburg ornithologist, devoted enthusiast, and popularizer of his science Vitaly Simutkin. It is neither an atlas nor an encyclopedia, but a sincere narrative by the author about his... own life — lyrical, amusing, and sometimes sad stories that emerged from years of observing feathered inhabitants of forests and parks, and long and fruitful communication with domestic pets. Written in a free and original style, the book allows readers to learn more about the birds of Northwestern Russia, their characteristics and behaviors, while also offering a new perspective on our "smaller brothers" — seeing them as full-fledged, and often capricious participants in our lives.