The Dictionary of American Bird Names

Very Good used hard cover in dust jacket.  Foxing on top edge of pages.  DJ spine is faded and chipped.  

Ernest A. Choates's book describes the etymological origins of birds' English common names, along with scientific counterparts.  A pocket or armchair companion for all who have ever wondered how the Skua, the Scoter, the Booby, or the Dotterel acquired their names.  Dr. Choate's dictionary provides etymologies and Latin names, as well as some curious facts, conjectures, and anecdotes on the history and habits of American birds.  Indexed for English Latin, and Latin English.