The Illustrated Natural History Of Selborne
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: Webb & Bower, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Gilbert White's enduring classic, The Natural History of Selborne, chronicles the intricate ecological tapestry of an eighteenth-century English village. This seminal work presents a meticulous record of local wildlife, plant life, and seasonal phenomena, drawn from White's lifelong observations. With a charmingly precise and contemplative tone, it illustrates the profound interconnectedness of nature and human existence within a specific landscape. The text details the habits of birds, insects, and mammals, alongside reflections on meteorology and the changing agricultural year. It remains a foundational text in natural history, offering both scientific insight and a timeless appreciation for the natural world.
Author: Gilbert White
Binding: Hardback
Published: Webb & Bower, 1981
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Gilbert White's enduring classic, The Natural History of Selborne, chronicles the intricate ecological tapestry of an eighteenth-century English village. This seminal work presents a meticulous record of local wildlife, plant life, and seasonal phenomena, drawn from White's lifelong observations. With a charmingly precise and contemplative tone, it illustrates the profound interconnectedness of nature and human existence within a specific landscape. The text details the habits of birds, insects, and mammals, alongside reflections on meteorology and the changing agricultural year. It remains a foundational text in natural history, offering both scientific insight and a timeless appreciation for the natural world.