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QUICK-FIND INDEX to first edition

Due to an upcoming trip to the area (http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=332268) , I compiled myself another one of my quick-find indices that I consider most helpful. So here it is in case anyone wants to use it as well. Feel free to print and glue it into your book. It is for the first edition (obviously). I have the hardcover version, but I think it should fit into the paperback version as well. The idea is to glue it into the book somewhere. I suggest using the blank reverse side of the maps.

I have attached two versions, a Word file that one can adapt for personal likes. And there is also a PDF version in case your computer does not want unknown Word files.

Just to make sure it is all clear. This is for the book Field Guide to the Birds of East Africa, by Terry Stevenson and John Fanshawe. First edition, originally issued 2002 according to the book. (I actually got mine in October 2001.)

- By the way, the second edition is due by the end of July 2017, if there are no further delays.

Edit: 1: Use horizontal format, if it does not automatically do it.
2: I notice my PDF prints lighter than the Word version. Might just be my PDF version, but I'd be interested to know whether you experience the same difference.
 

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Swissboy said:
Thanks Andy. I had never noticed there was such a guide in the making. Would be nice if it came out, though my sound memory is so poor that recordings have limited value to me. Unless I can use them immediately for attracting a species.
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According to online info a year or two ago there will be no separate sound CD. All the sounds are incorporated in the Android app found here: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.coolideas.eproducts.birdsofeastafrica&hl=sv . It also available for iPhones.

// Jonas
 
Thanks Jonas,
the sound guide was supposed to be out 2-3 years ago now, I think it's been abandoned.

Can you tell me how these apps work. I'm old and tech just confuses me, can you put them on an IPOD or similar device?



Andy
 
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andyadcock said:
Can you tell me how these apps work. I'm old and tech just confuses me, can you put them on an IPOD or similar device?
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Hi!
You need to install the App on an Android Smartphone or an iPhone. As far as I understand it's not possible to install the sound files separately on an iPod or similar device. The sound files are most likely locked and the app do not give permissions to other programs for them to read/write. However, I'm no expert on smartphone apps so don't take my words for granted.

A friend of mine bought the app and he's pretty happy with its performance. Calls from more than 1000 species is included.

Regards // Jonas
 
JonasNordin said:
Hi!
You need to install the App on an Android Smartphone or an iPhone. As far as I understand it's not possible to install the sound files separately on an iPod or similar device. The sound files are most likely locked and the app do not give permissions to other programs for them to read/write. However, I'm no expert on smartphone apps so don't take my words for granted.

A friend of mine bought the app and he's pretty happy with its performance. Calls from more than 1000 species is included.

Regards // Jonas
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Thanks Jonas,
is the whole thing stored on the phone or does it depend on internet access to retrieve the calls? Issues with internet access and battery life on a phone if you're birding all day?


Cheers, Andy
 
andyadcock said:
Thanks Jonas,
is the whole thing stored on the phone or does it depend on internet access to retrieve the calls? Issues with internet access and battery life on a phone if you're birding all day?


Cheers, Andy
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It's all stored on the phone. Internet access is only required for the initial install.
 
Swissboy said:
Due to an upcoming trip to the area (http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=332268) , I compiled myself another one of my quick-find indices that I consider most helpful. So here it is in case anyone wants to use it as well. Feel free to print and glue it into your book. It is for the first edition (obviously). I have the hardcover version, but I think it should fit into the paperback version as well. The idea is to glue it into the book somewhere. I suggest using the blank reverse side of the maps.

I have attached two versions, a Word file that one can adapt for personal likes. And there is also a PDF version in case your computer does not want unknown Word files.

Just to make sure it is all clear. This is for the book Field Guide to the Birds of East Africa, by Terry Stevenson and John Fanshawe. First edition, originally issued 2002 according to the book. (I actually got mine in October 2001.)

- By the way, the second edition is due by the end of July 2017, if there are no further delays.

Edit: 1: Use horizontal format, if it does not automatically do it.
2: I notice my PDF prints lighter than the Word version. Might just be my PDF version, but I'd be interested to know whether you experience the same difference.
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Thanks for posting SB. Your posts inspired me to make similar posts regarding other guides. Though hopefully field guide authors will get the message soon and always include a quick index themselves.

As for the second edition, I've seen no evidence yet that it's anything more than an idea. Previous forthcoming dates have come and gone with nothing happening except a later date being announced. Personally, I'd assume it's not happening until we see some concrete evidence otherwise.
 
Jim M. said:
Thanks for posting SB. Your posts inspired me to make similar posts regarding other guides. Though hopefully field guide authors will get the message soon and always include a quick index themselves.

As for the second edition, I've seen no evidence yet that it's anything more than an idea. Previous forthcoming dates have come and gone with nothing happening except a later date being announced. Personally, I'd assume it's not happening until we see some concrete evidence otherwise.
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Thanks for the other info Jim,
my supplier has a date of 27 Jul 17 for the book but as you say, this and many others have followed a now predictable pattern of constant re-scheduling and some may never happen?

Andy
 
Jim M. said:
.......
As for the second edition, I've seen no evidence yet that it's anything more than an idea. Previous forthcoming dates have come and gone with nothing happening except a later date being announced. Personally, I'd assume it's not happening until we see some concrete evidence otherwise.
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At least there is a all new attractive front cover to look at!
http://www.nhbs.com/title/204316/birds-of-east-africa


But then, we have had this for "Birds of Argentina" for probably about a decade.
 
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andyadcock said:
I posted not long ago about Argentina, I was told unofficially that it's not happening but Jim Martin says it is?

Andy
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I wouldn't believe anything you get told unofficially ... :)

Birds of East Africa (second edition) - yes, this is happening. It is underway, text is being written and art painted. I can't remember offhand when the pub date is but it in 2019 some time.

Jim
 
Jim_Martin said:
I wouldn't believe anything you get told unofficially ... :)

Birds of East Africa (second edition) - yes, this is happening. It is underway, text is being written and art painted. I can't remember offhand when the pub date is but it in 2019 some time.

Jim
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Mongolia Jim?



Andy
 
Jim_Martin said:
I wouldn't believe anything you get told unofficially ... :)

Birds of East Africa (second edition) - yes, this is happening. It is underway, text is being written and art painted. I can't remember offhand when the pub date is but it in 2019 some time.

Jim
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And how about African Raptors by Bill Clark and Rob Davies?
 
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