Rediscover the vanished and celebrate the enduring in this stunning visual and poetic anthology.
For a limited time only, hardcover and paperback versions are offered at a 10 percent discount.
Read a short sample of Vanishing Choirs here or an extended sample of the title on Amazon here. (Both samples are offered in low resolution to protect the copyright.)
The Slender-billed curlew is widely recognized as the most recent avian extinction. Following exhaustive research and no confirmed sightings since February 1995, it was officially declared extinct by the IUCN on October 10, 2025.
Vanishing Choirs is a masterfully crafted tribute to the planet’s avian species, bridging the gap between artistic history and modern conservation. This elegant volume brings together the haunting beauty of vintage natural history art and the raw emotion of contemporary poetry, offering readers a deeply moving look at the birds who share—and once shared—our world.
Inside this book, you will find:
83 Stunning Vintage Illustrations: High-resolution, beautifully restored historical plates—including works by legendary artist Elizabeth Gould—that capture the intricate details of the natural world.
Over 50 Comprehensive Species Profiles:
Deeply researched life and extinction facts that tell the true stories of over 50 species, tracking their histories, their struggles, and their current conservation statuses.
Original Free Verse Poetry:
Each species is paired with evocative, original poetry designed to connect readers emotionally to the heartbeat of the wild.
A Powerful Message of Conservation:
A book that advocates for the intrinsic value and equal rights of all living things, serving as a urgent reminder that wildlife deserves protection for its own sake.
Note: The name Acrulocercus braccatus appears in vintage illustrations because of historic shifts in scientific classification.
Vanishing Choirs: Avian Elegies of Human-Driven Extinction focuses entirely on avian species, honoring the sky’s fading voices and those already tragically lost to time. The title is the first volume in the Vanishing Choirs series. The second volume, dedicated entirely to chelonian species, will be released March seventh, 2027.
Printed on premium weight paper with rich, full-spectrum ink, Vanishing Choirs brings every illustration to life with vibrant, breathtaking clarity.
Perfect for art lovers, history enthusiasts, poetry readers, and passionate conservationists alike, Vanishing Choirs is more than just a coffee table book—it is a voice for the voiceless and a timeless addition to any library.
A glimpse into the poetic world of Vanishing Choirs —
The Slender-billed curlew is widely recognized as the most recent avian extinction. Following exhaustive research and no confirmed sightings since February 1995, it was officially declared extinct by the IUCN on October 10, 2025.
Read a short sample of Vanishing Choirs here or an extended sample of the title on Amazon here. (Both samples are offered in low resolution to protect the copyright.)
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Vanishing Choirs book bags, notebooks, mugs and wall art are now available! Follow this link for details. For artwork of the poetry shown above follow this link. For wall art of the poetry from the upcoming Vanishing Choirs: Chelonian Elegies of Human-Driven Extinction follow this link. To protect the copyright, artwork is not shown in full resolution.
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