birds of America- edited by t. gilbert pearson and the national association of Audubon societies. with over 1000 pages and pictures, including, 514 bird portraits in natural color, 108 birds eggs. with accompanying poster of plate drawings. the item comes with its dust jacket with bird photo in very good condition. the green/beige hardcover with gold lettering and bird in flight. binding is tight, interior pages are intact and unmarked, the edges and spine are without signs of wear. the book is then contained within its original cardboard mailing container, with the mailing label affixed and the pitney cancelled stamp also attached.