Pre-Order Now · October 20, 2026
The Spirit
of Birds
A celebration of birds, wonder, and the moments that quietly change how we see the world, and ourselves.
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The Spirit of Birds
The full hardcover edition of The Spirit of Birds. Every page, every image, every story — delivered to your door.
Ships after October 20, 2026. US shipping included. International shipping available at checkout.
Signed Copy
A hand-signed, numbered copy of the book, personally inscribed by Mark Smith. A keepsake edition for collectors and bird lovers alike.
Limited to 250 signed and numbered copies. Ships after October 20, 2026. US shipping included. International shipping available at checkout.
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October 20, 2026 · Gibbs Smith
Own the Image
A carefully chosen selection of images from The Spirit of Birds, each one hand-picked for this limited edition collection. Every print is archival quality, signed and numbered by Mark Smith. Limited to just 10 prints per image worldwide. Once they're gone, they're gone.
Dalmatian Pelican
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Bald Eagle
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Snowy Owl
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Woodstork
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Osprey
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Resplendent Quetzal
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Short Eared Owl
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Reddish Egret
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Roseate Spoonbill
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Great Blue Heron
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the Author
Mark Smith is a world-renowned wildlife photographer whose work has captivated millions. His signature osprey and bird-in-flight photography, often captured in ultra-slow motion, reveals behavior invisible to the naked eye.
A HIPA award winner, keynote speaker, and storyteller, Mark draws philosophical parallels between the natural world and the human experience, reminding us that there is always more to see, if we are willing to look.