Description
Printed in England by T.C & E.C. Jack. Hardcover has wear and some pages are loose. Corners and cover show wear.
This charming Victorian-era nature book, “Nests And Eggs Shown To The Children” by A.H. Blaikie and J.A. Henderson, offers a delightful glimpse into the world of bird life. Published in England by the renowned T.C. & E.C. Jack, a printing house known for their high-quality illustrated works, this volume would have been a treasured addition to any family library. Despite its age and the wear on the binding, the book’s true value lies in its educational content and the glimpse it provides into the fascination with natural history that gripped Victorian society. With detailed descriptions and illustrations of various bird species’ nests and eggs, this book aimed to foster a love of nature and an appreciation for the wonders of the avian world in young readers. A wonderful piece of Victorian-era children’s literature, this book represents a time when such educational works were prized for their ability to cultivate curiosity and knowledge in the minds of the young.