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John James Audubon was a renowned ornithologist and natural history painter, famous for his exquisite illustrations of birds. Born on April 26, 1785, and passing away on January 27, 1851, Audubon conducted extensive observations and research on North American birds in the early 19th century. His work 'The Birds of America' remains a classic in the field of natural history literature.

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Famous John James Audubon Quotes

“Thank God it has rained all day. I say thank God, though rain is no rarity, because it is the duty of every man to be thankful for whatever happens by the will of the Omnipotent Creator; yet it was not so agreeable to any of my party as a fine day would have been.”

Men Has Beens Happens Party Duty Fine Rain Creator Every Man Thank God Being Thankful Whatever Happens Omnipotent Rarity Fine Day

Book:Life and Adventures of Audubon the Naturalist

Source: Life and Adventures of Audubon the Naturalist

“Poor France, thy fine climate, rich vineyards, and the wishes of the learned avail nothing; thou art a destitute beggar, and not the powerful friend thou wert represented to me.”

Art Wish Poor Powerful Rich Fine Climate France Beggar Vineyards Destitute Powerful Friends

Book:Life and Adventures of Audubon the Naturalist

Source: Life and Adventures of Audubon the Naturalist

“I looked long and carefully at the picture of a stag painted by Landseer - the style was good, and the brush was handled with fine effect, but he fails in copying Nature, without which the best work will be a failure.”

Long Failing Effects Style Fine Brushes Best Work Copying Stags

Book:The Life and Adventures of J. J. Audubon ... Edited, from Materials Supplied by His Widow, by Robert Buchanan. Second Edition. [With Portraits.]

Source: The Life and Adventures of J. J. Audubon ... Edited, from Materials Supplied by His Widow, by Robert Buchanan. Second Edition. [With Portraits.]