Author: Stephen Green-Armytage
Publisher: Abrams, Stewart, Tabori & Chang, Oct 2003
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 0-8109-3343-0
Synopsis
A unique adult book, introducing the bizarre & beautiful world of exotic ornamental chickens. Startling pictures present an international selection of breeds ranging from the Bearded Silkie & the crested Polish to the majestic Phoenix, whose tail feathers can exceed 10 feet in length. 160 color photos, 5 B&W photos; 9x10 inches, 112 pgs.
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Stephen Green-Armytage is the author and photographer of Abrams popular Extraordinary Pheasants and Dudley: The Little Terrier That Could. This is a unique adult book, introducing the bizarre and beautiful world of exotic ornamental chickens. His startling pictures present an international selection of breeds ranging from the Bearded Silkie and the crested Polish to the majestic Phoenix, whose tail feathers can exceed 10 feet in length.
Chickens of all sizes, shapes, and colors parade through these pages, as Green--Armytage captures the surprising and expressive personality of these amazing birds. For breeders, this will be a volume they must own; for everyone else, it will be a revelation, prized for the sheer enjoyment of the striking photographs and the extraordinary animals they portray.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Stephen Green-Armytage's photographs have appeared in many books and magazines, including Sports Illustrated, Life, Fortune, Smithsonian, and various European publications. He lives in New York City.
