Pair Of Antique Ornithology Books, English, 2 Vols, Hummingbirds, Circa 1830
Our Stock # 24185
This is a pair of antique ornithology books. An English language, 2 volume Hummingbird reference guide, dating to the William IV period, published 1833.
- Utterly fascinating with colour illustrations from the early 19th century
- Presented in good order - pages intact and of minimal colouration
- Bound with embossed and tooled covers, volume two with refreshed spine covering
- Printed in Edinburgh across 147 and 166 pages respectively
- Introductory chapters on historic ornithologists Carl Linnaeus and Thomas Pennant
- Illustrated with coloured engraving plates of hummingbird breeds
This is a wonderful pair of antique ornithology books on the hummingbird, with colourful illustrations. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 11.5cm (4.5'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 16.5cm (6.5'')
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