Description
1950 edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This charming mid-20th century edition of Gilbert White’s seminal work, “The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne,” offers a fascinating window into the world of an 18th-century naturalist and his keen observations of the English countryside. White’s meticulous recordings of the flora, fauna, and antiquities of the village of Selborne in Hampshire have earned him recognition as one of the fathers of field naturalism and ecology. This volume, published in 1950, preserves the original text and illustrations, allowing modern readers to experience White’s captivating prose and intricate engravings just as his contemporaries did over two centuries ago. Despite its age and gentle wear, this copy remains a delightful artifact for collectors and nature enthusiasts alike, transporting them to a time when the scientific study of the natural world was still a novel pursuit undertaken by amateur observers with a deep reverence for the marvels of creation.
