GIBBONS, DAVID WINGFIELD & JAMES B. REID & ROBERT A. CHAPMAN

The New Atlas of Breeding Birds in Britain and Ireland: 1988-1991.

London: T & A. D. Poyser, 1994. First Edition; Second Impression. Original Cloth. Slight foxing & soiling to half title & back free endpapers. Owner's label on front free endpaper. Slight soiling to text block edges. Dustjacket: slight wear & light soiling to spine, covers & corners & front & back flaps, especially to margins. ; With illustrations. Slight foxing & soiling to half title & back free endpapers. Owner's label on front free endpaper. Slight soiling to text block edges. Dustjacket: slight wear & light soiling to spine, covers & corners & front & back flaps, especially to margins. ; 28.4 x 25 x 3.5 cms; xiv, 520 pages; The New Atlas of Breeding Birds in Britain and Ireland: 1988–1991 is a comprehensive survey that updates and expands upon previous studies of avian breeding patterns across Britain and Ireland. Compiled by David W. Gibbons, James B. Reid, and Robert A. Chapman, this atlas presents detailed accounts of bird species observed during the 1988 to 1991 breeding seasons. The publication offers full species accounts, each accompanied by concise text summarising distribution, abundance, and changes since earlier surveys. It also provides detailed summaries of survey methods and data analysis, ensuring transparency and reproducibility in ornithological research. This atlas serves as an essential reference for ornithologists, conservationists, and bird enthusiasts, offering insights into the status and trends of breeding bird populations in Britain and Ireland during the late 20th century.. Good+ in Good dust jacket .

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Book number: 62945

Catalogue: Ornithology

Keywords: British Irish Id Identity

GRISCOM, LUDLOW

Birds of the New York City Region (the American Museum of Natural History. Handbook Series, No. 9)

New York: American Museum Of Natural History, 1923. First Edition; First Edition. Original Cloth. 400 pages. With b/w & coloured frontispiece, plates, folding map and illustrations. Slight wear & slight soiling to spine, covers & corners. ; Ex-Library; 20.5 x 14.3 cms; 400 pages. Good .

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Book number: 21016

Catalogue: Ornithology

SOCIETY FOR THE DIFFUSION OF USEFUL KNOWLEDGE

The Faculties of Birds (the Library of Entertaining Knowledge)

London: Charles Knight, 1835. First Edition. 20th century half calf with marbled boards. With illustrations. Edges speckled. Slight browning to endpapers. Occasional spot of foxing internally. Rebound in a late 19th or early 20th century half calf binding with marbled boards (slight spot of damage to front cover of boards). A few light spots of soilnig to spine & corners. ; The Library of Entertaining Knowledge was a series of educational books published in the nineteenth century by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. It was created to make learning more accessible and engaging for a wide readership, particularly the growing literate middle and working classes. The books were written in a clear and lively style, designed to entertain as well as inform, in contrast to the more formal academic works of the time. Covering a wide range of subjects including natural history, geography, archaeology, technology, and biography, the series provided richly illustrated volumes that brought topics to life. Titles explored areas such as the architecture of ancient Egypt, the habits of insects, the history of British India, and the wonders of the natural world. Many of the books contained finely detailed engravings, adding to their appeal. This series was part of a broader movement in nineteenth-century Britain that aimed to expand access to knowledge, reflecting the period’s emphasis on education, self-improvement, and curiosity about the world. Although the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge dissolved in the 1840s, the books in this collection remained influential and helped shape later educational publishing. One of the notable volumes in the series was The Faculties of Birds, which explored avian intelligence, instincts, and behaviour. It examined how birds navigate, solve problems, communicate, and interact socially. The book discussed their adaptability to different environments, with chapters on migration, nest-building, courtship displays, and vocal mimicry. It provided insights into species such as swallows, which instinctively find their way across continents, bowerbirds, which construct elaborate structures to attract mates, and parrots, known for their ability to imitate human speech. Richly illustrated with detailed engravings, The Faculties of Birds combined scientific observation with engaging storytelling, making it accessible to those with an interest in the natural world. By presenting birds as capable of learning and adaptation rather than as creatures driven solely by instinct, the book contributed to the Victorian-era fascination with animal intelligence. As part of the Library of Entertaining Knowledge, it reflected the series' aim to make science and nature more approachable and enjoyable for a broad audience. ; Octavo; xvi, 338 pages. Very Good with no dust jacket .

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Book number: LCK90097

Catalogue: Ornithology

Keywords: Antiquarian Social & Cultural

SLATER, PETER

A Field Guide to Australian Birds [2 Vols]

Adelaide: Rigby, 1970. First Edition. Original cloth. Volume 1: Non-passerines. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Text block edges discoloured & lightly soiled. Foxing to top edge. Dustjacket: slight soiling, scuffing & fading, especially to top margins. Volume 2: Passerines. Text block edges lightly soiled & discoloured. Foxing to top edge. Dustjacket: slight wear & soiling to spine, covers & corners, especially top margins. ; Two-volume set with plates, illustrations & maps. Volume 1: Non-passerines. Slight wear to spine, covers & corners. Text block edges discoloured & lightly soiled. Foxing to top edge. Dustjacket: slight soiling, scuffing & fading, especially to top margins. Volume 2: Passerines. Text block edges lightly soiled & discoloured. Foxing to top edge. Dustjacket: slight wear & soiling to spine, covers & corners, especially top margins. ; 19 x 13.5 x 6.2 cms; xxxii, 428 & xv, 307 pages; Peter Slater’s A Field Guide to Australian Birds (1970) is a two-volume reference work aimed at birdwatchers and ornithologists, offering a comprehensive and practical guide to identifying Australian bird species in the wild. The guide is divided into two volumes: one for non-passerines (such as ducks, birds of prey, and parrots) and one for passerines (songbirds and perching birds). Each species is described with detailed notes on its physical appearance, habits, habitat, distribution, and calls. The guide is notable for its clear, concise text and Slater’s own colour illustrations, which provide accurate and attractive depictions of the birds in their natural poses. It was one of the first field guides in Australia to combine user-friendly descriptions with full-colour plates in a compact format, making it highly portable and accessible. Slater’s work helped popularise birdwatching in Australia and remains a respected reference, although it has since been updated and supplemented by more modern guides.. Very Good in Good dust jacket .

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Book number: 63326

Catalogue: Ornithology

Keywords: Nature Habitats Illustrated Color