Through letters to their friends, the authors tell of the everyday life of bluebirds: what they do from day to day throughout the year. The authors cover general characteristics, differences in species, range, origin, matings, breeding, parental care, life histories, habits, nest building, nest identification, egg-laying, incubation, threats to the bluebird and their control, plans for bluebird houses, a rich Q&A section in answer to many inquiries that have been made about bluebirds, a select and annotated bibliography of reference books, recommended bird journals, places to order birding supplies, ample illustrations, and a well organized index.