In researching his unusual book, following the life cycle of the Eider duck, the author made two expeditions to the Canadian Arctic where he studied the development and behaviour of ducklings, some from incubated eggs, which he then reared. As well as his studies, the book is also an eloquent testimony to the sacrifices and privations that a naturalist must endure if his theories are to be advanced. And it is the theories that are most engrossing, for Driver comnpares the life cycle of the Eider to that of Man, with unique findings. 172 pages including four appendices, index, b/w art frontis by the author with numerous b/w drawings by David Bygott, also numerous b/w photos. Black hard covers with gilt spine titles VG++, ditto text block, no inscriptions. White art DJ with black titles, brown duckling to front VG+, not price clipped.

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Title: In Search of the Eider
Publisher: Saturn Press, London
Publication Date: 1974
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0904196003
ISBN 13: 9780904196009
Binding: Hardcover
Illustrator: David Bygott, Plus Photos
Edition: 1st
Condition: VG++
Dust Jacket Condition: VG+

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In search of the eider

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