Beal Judd Sylvester (6 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book investigates the feeding habits of cuckoos and shrikes through an examination of their stomach contents and historical observations. The author stresses that these species are beneficial to agriculture due to their consumption of large quantities of harmful insects, particularly caterpillars and grasshoppers, and their role in controlling the spread of pests. The study also notes that the butcherbird preys on small birds and mammals. By examining seasonal variations in their diets, the book provides insights into the bird's adaptations to changing food availability, behavioral patterns and the complex interactions within the avian ecosystem. This data gives valuable information for farmers and conservationists working to maintain balanced ecosystems and sustainably increase crop yields while preserving the natural environment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

8vo.; wraps, 26 pages; softcover; b/w illustrations; US Department Of Agriculture Division Of Biological Survey Bulletin No. 9; some external foxing and soiling else very good.

Poor condition. Bound collection of seven U.S. Department of Agriculture, Division of Biological Survey bulletins. Hardcover; H 22.5cm x L 15.25cm. Quarter-leather binding. Front and rear boards detached; boards scuffed and stained with leather corners worn. Most of spine's surface leather lacking with underlying paper back-strip exposed but with gilt spine title BIRDS OF NORTH AMERICA still legible. Marbled endpapers; shallow fore-edge chipping to front free endpaper with larger loss to rear free endpaper. "Compliments of William W. Wilson, M.C." stamped on front flyleaf (William W. Wilson, 1868-1942 was a U.S. Representative from Illinois serving in Congress from 1903-1913 and 1915-1921). Text block still firmly bound. Some moisture staining at top margins of leaves at book's center but otherwise pages are clean. B/w illustrations inset amongst text of most of the bulletins. Book now presented in a trimmed clear Dura-Lar (polyester film) sheet forming a dj which aides in securing the boards and enhances shelf appearance. {#1} CUCKOOS AND SHRIKES IN THEIR RELATION TO AGRICULTURE. Bulletin No. 9. 1898. Paged as 1-26 with text divided as "The Food of Cuckoos" by F.E.L. Beal [Foster Ellenborough Lascelles Beal] and "The Food of Shrikes" by Sylvester D. Judd. With frontispiece. {#2} THE RELATION OF SPARROWS TO AGRICULTURE by Sylvester D. Judd. Bulletin No. 15. 1901. Paged as 1-98 with Index. Four plates (including frontis). {#3} BIRDS OF A MARYLAND FARM; A LOCAL STUDY OF ECONOMIC ORNITHOLOGY by Sylvester D. Judd. Bulletin No. 17. 1902. Paged as 1-116 with Index. Seventeen plates (including frontis). {#4} HUNTING LICENSES; THEIR HISTORY, OBJECTS, AND LIMITATIONS by T.S. Palmer [Theodore Sherman Palmer]. Bulletin No. 19. 1904. Paged as 1-72 with Index. Seven plates (including frontis) with Note bound-in before frontis. {#5} THE BOBWHITE AND OTHER QUAILS OF THE UNITED STATES IN THEIR ECONOMIC RELATIONS by Sylvester D. Judd. Bulletin No. 21. 1905. Paged as 1-66 with Index. Two plates including color frontispiece. {#6} THE HORNED LARKS AND THEIR RELATION TO AGRICULTURE by W.L. McAtee [Waldo Lee McAtee]. Bulletin No. 23. 1905. Paged as 1-37 with Index. Two plates including frontis. {#7} THE NORTH AMERICAN EAGLES AND THEIR ECONOMIC RELATIONS by Harry C. Oberholser. Bulletin No. 27. 1906. Paged as 1-31 with Index. Two plates including frontis.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1898 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 42 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2020, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1898. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Vol:- Volume 9, Pages:- 34, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. Volume 9 34.