A new EBook has been released on Amazon for Kindle users on the life of Roger Tory Peterson, the most famous diagnostic bird artist in the world. Peterson left an indelible mark on the study of birds through his artwork, conservation efforts and promotion of bird watching as a sport. His bird guides compile more than 70 incredible years of intense field work and research on avian species.

"A Concise Biography Of: Roger Tory Peterson", describes the important milestones and influencers in Peterson's life, providing the reader with insights into his journey of teaching, painting, photographing and enjoying the natural history of birds. This text will endear the audience to a better appreciation of the tremendous aide in identifying birds in the field that Peterson provided, while also describing his other contributions to conservation of wild habitats.

Available on Amazon for Kindle @ $2.99

Link: http://www.amazon.com/Concise-Biography-Roger-Tory-Peterson-ebook/dp/B00L1SY7TK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1413942248&sr=8-1&keywords=zumbaugh

Author Profile

David M. Zumbaugh is a freelance author, photographer and avid outdoorsman. He earned a BS and MS degree in Biology from Fort Hays State University. He serves as the Conservation/News Editor for the American Waterfowler Magazine and is a frequent contributor to various publications including Quail Forever, Wyoming Wildlife, Kansas Outdoors, Water N Woods and Sportsman's News. He supports the NWTF, Delta Waterfowl, DU, Pheasants Forever and the Kansas Wildscape Foundation. David is a member of both the Outdoor Writers Association of America and Outdoor Writers of Kansas and is on the Board of Directors for the Kansas Wildlife Federation.

"My mission is to put in print important values for today's outdoor pursuits and cover events and/or topics that promote ethical hunting, fishing and shooting sports and the conservation of natural resources."

Excerpts From This Book

"In 1934, the first edition of A Field Guide to the Birds was published, selling out the 2,000 copies in one week at $2.75. This was also the year the duck stamp was initiated and the height of the Great Depression!"

"It has been said that Roger Tory Peterson has done more for the education of lay people in the natural sciences than any other individual."

Reviews

"Great synopsis of a great naturalist"

"Can't wait for the next EBook in the concise biography series"