A History of British Birds - Fourth Edition in Four Volumes

Yarrell, William; Alfred Newton

Published by John Van Voorst 1871-1885, London, 1871

About this Item

With 564 wood engravings. A landmark in British ornithology. Revised and endlarged by Alfred Newton. In the prize bindings of Stonyhurst School in mottled calf with circular vignette of the school building on front cover, gilt lettering on both boards and spine, six spine compartments, inside dentelles. Marbled endpapers, AEG. Bound by Mudie. Prize bookplate in all volumes. Covers scuffed, worn but solid. Leather crackling on the spine. Volume 3 has been partially rebacked. A heavy set, special shipping considerations may apply. Seller Inventory # 32346

Bibliographic Details

Title: A History of British Birds - Fourth Edition ...

Publisher: John Van Voorst 1871-1885, London

Publication Date: 1871

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: Fourth Edition.