The book "Bird's Views of Far Lands" by James T. Nichols is a fascinating journey into the world of those times when airplanes were still an invention of the future. The author offers the reader to descend from a bird's eye view and visit different corners of our planet - from the majestic pyramids of Egypt to the exotic countries of Asia. Colorful descriptions will take you to the highest peaks and lead you to the deepest sources of wisdom of different civilizations. This book is an excellent guide for those who dream of traveling or simply enjoy exciting journeys on the pages of books.