The Naturalist s Library. Vol. XII. Ornithology. Birds of Western Africa. Part II.

JARDINE, Sir William (Editor); SWAINSON, W.

Published by W.H. Lizars, 1840

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1840 BIRDS Ornithology William Jardine Western Africa Naturalist Color Plates A scarce printing of volume twelve of Ornithology from Sir William Jardine s Naturalist s Library entitled, Birds of Western Africa. Part II. Within Jardine provides a fascinating early 19th-century survey on aerial wildlife. This scientific treatise provides 3r beautifully hand-colored engraved plates depicting various West African birds such as flycatchers, nightjars, bee-eaters, kinghunters, sunbirds, woodpeckers, cuckoos, terns, and more! Item number: #40955 Price: $499 JARDINE, Sir William (Editor); SWAINSON, W. The Naturalist s Library. Vol. XII. Ornithology. Birds of Western Africa. Part II. Edinburgh: W.H. Lizars; London: S. Highley, [ca.1840]. Details: Collation: Complete o xvi, 17-263, [1] o 34 hand-colored engraved plates Language: English Binding: Leather; tight and secure Size: ~6.5in X 4.25in (16.5cm x 11cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 40955 Photos available upon request.

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• Title: The Naturalist s Library. Vol. XII. Ornithology. Birds of Western Africa. Part II.
• Publisher: W.H. Lizars
• Publication Date: 1840
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Near Fine