Birder Roger Tory Peterson Discusses His Passion From: All Things Considered (NPR) | Date: November 21, 1994 | . Provided by ProQuest LLC.Copyright information

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11-21-1994

LINDA WERTHEIMER, Host: Roger Tory Peterson's new book is a collection of his paintings, including some of the plates from his field guides, and his photography. It's called simply Roger Tory Peterson - The Art and Photography of the World's Foremost Birder. That description probably understates Roger Tory Peterson's contribution. His work has introduced millions of people all over the world to birds through his field guides, int...

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