1 vols. 14 x 11 inches aprox. Wilson is the Father of American ornithology. He was born and raised in Paisley, Scotland.American Ornithology was published the first seven volumes of his landmark work on American birds between 1808 and his death in 1813; the eighth and ninth volumes, edited by George Ord, completed the work in1814 with plates left finished by Wilson and text written by Ord from Wilson's notes. The Plate is from this first edition. Seller Inventory # 239003

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Title: Hand-Colored Engraving from the Birds . ...

Publisher: Blandsford and Inskeep, [Philadelphia

Publication Date: 1814

Binding: 1 vols. 14 x 11 inches aprox

Condition: Fine. Mounted and matted

Edition: 1st Edition

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