A History of British Birds

Thomas Bewick

Published by Charles Henry Cook for R. E. Bewick, Longman and Co, Newcastle, 1832

About this Item

An exceptionally bright copy of Bewick's classic work of ornithology. Illustrated throughout by the author, and with both volumes bound in one. An excellent copy of the two volume 1832 Newcastle edition of natural historian Thomas Bewick's detailed study of the natural history of British birds. First published in 1797, Bewick's extraordinarily popular work is present here with both volumes bound in one in a bright, rebacked, full calf binding.Illustrated throughout with vignette wood engravings, the work of Bewick himself, who's wood engravings of birds were praised by John Ruskin as 'masterly'.Bound without half-titles.The first posthumously published edition of this influential work, synonymous with early nineteenth century ornithology. In a full calf binding. Rebacked; original boards restored. Internally, firmly bound. Pages generally bright, with light spotting and handling marks. Very Good Indeed. Seller Inventory # 820F33

Bibliographic Details

Title: A History of British Birds

Publisher: Charles Henry Cook for R. E. Bewick, Longman and Co, Newcastle

Publication Date: 1832

Binding: Leather

Illustrator: Not Stated

Condition: Very Good Indeed

Book Type: book