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"A General Synopsis of Birds," by John Latham, originally published in the late 18th century, offers a comprehensive overview of avian species known at the time. This volume, "v.3: pt.2 [c.1] (1785)," provides detailed descriptions and classifications of birds, reflecting the state of ornithological knowledge during the Enlightenment era. Latham's meticulous work serves as a valuable historical document, illustrating the early efforts to catalog and understand the natural world. The book's enduring appeal lies in its detailed observations and its contribution to the foundation of modern ornithology. It is a significant resource for historians of science, bird enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the evolution of natural history studies. "A General Synopsis of Birds" remains a testament to the enduring human fascination with the avian world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.