The Natural History Of Selborne (Everyman's Library No 48)
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Gilbert White
Binding: Hardback
Published: Everyman's Library, 1949
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket damaged with wear and tears missing some small portions
This seminal work of natural history chronicles the meticulous observations of an 18th-century clergyman in his rural English parish. "The Natural History Of Selborne" presents a detailed account of the local wildlife, plants, and seasonal changes, offering a foundational text in ecological study. White's engaging prose illustrates the intricate relationships within the natural world, capturing the subtle rhythms of the countryside. This enduring classic instructs readers on the art of patient observation and the profound beauty found in one's immediate surroundings. It remains a testament to the power of dedicated inquiry and a charming window into a bygone era of scientific discovery.
Author: Gilbert White
Binding: Hardback
Published: Everyman's Library, 1949
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket damaged with wear and tears missing some small portions
This seminal work of natural history chronicles the meticulous observations of an 18th-century clergyman in his rural English parish. "The Natural History Of Selborne" presents a detailed account of the local wildlife, plants, and seasonal changes, offering a foundational text in ecological study. White's engaging prose illustrates the intricate relationships within the natural world, capturing the subtle rhythms of the countryside. This enduring classic instructs readers on the art of patient observation and the profound beauty found in one's immediate surroundings. It remains a testament to the power of dedicated inquiry and a charming window into a bygone era of scientific discovery.