Florence Merriam Bailey books in order
American ornithologist, birdwatcher, and nature writer
- Lived
- 1863–1948
- Country
- United States
- Books
- 5
Florence Merriam Bailey published 1 children's book and 4 other books, beginning with Birds Through an Opera Glass (1891).
Updated September 2026
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Birds Through an Opera Glass
Florence Merriam Bailey's most-read book.
Children's books in order
Birds Through an Opera Glass (1891)
Other books in order
A - Birding on a Bronco (1896)
Birds of Village and Field (1898)
Handbook of Birds of the Western United States (1902)
Handbook of Birds of the Western United States: Including the Great Plains (1902)
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About Florence Merriam Bailey
Florence Augusta Merriam Bailey was an American ornithologist, birdwatcher, and nature writer. Between 1890 and 1939, she published a series of field guides on North American bird life. These guides were often written with amateur birdwatchers in mind, leading to the popularity of the birding movement.
Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.
Florence Merriam Bailey FAQ
- How many books has Florence Merriam Bailey written?
- Florence Merriam Bailey published 1 children's book and 4 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Florence Merriam Bailey's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Birds Through an Opera Glass.
- What is Florence Merriam Bailey's last book?
- Handbook of Birds of the Western United States: Including the Great Plains (1902).
- What is Florence Merriam Bailey's most famous book?
- Birds Through an Opera Glass (1891) is Florence Merriam Bailey's most widely read book.
- Can I read Florence Merriam Bailey's books for free?
- Yes. 1 book by Florence Merriam Bailey is in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.