The aim of this series is to interest the general reader in the wildlife of Britain by recapturing the enquiring spirit of the old naturalists, encouraging unusual and original developments of forgotten or neglected facets of British natural history. Collins are delighted to announce the republication in facsimile form of the first editions of the very first volumes in the New Naturalist Library. Originally planned in the darkest days of World War II and first published in 1945, this series is the longest running nature ...
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The aim of this series is to interest the general reader in the wildlife of Britain by recapturing the enquiring spirit of the old naturalists, encouraging unusual and original developments of forgotten or neglected facets of British natural history. Collins are delighted to announce the republication in facsimile form of the first editions of the very first volumes in the New Naturalist Library. Originally planned in the darkest days of World War II and first published in 1945, this series is the longest running nature series in the world. It is a reflection of the quality of the authors and the books they wrote, that they are still sought after 73 years later. The books will be identical in every way to the original first editions, including the iconic jackets by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis. It would be difficult to find an area of comparable size anywhere in the world with such a variety of physical conditions, scenery and consequently of plant and animal life as the British Isles. Our homeland is indeed a geological museum, epitomising in miniature the geological history of the globe.Each hill and valley, each plateau and plain reflects the underlying geological structure or build. This volume attempts not only to describe the surface features, but also to sketch the long and complex series of events which have given the land its present form -- the building of the British Isles. It thus deals with the physical background, the stage on which the drama of life is played and which provides the fundamental environment for plants, animals and man.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Ripped/damaged jacket. The dust jacket of this book is slightly damaged/ripped, however, this does not affect the internal condition.
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Used-Acceptable. fair hardback (no dust jacket) 1st edition. New Naturalist no.4. Page fore-edge & end papers foxed; binding tight; owner's name on front free end paper; green cloth irregularly faded on boards, & faded on spine with dull & worn gilt lettering.
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1946. Collins. First. Good. No dj. 9x6. 255pp. 47 colour, 40 b/w photos, 74 maps and diagrams. 640g. Here is a fascinating account of Britain's wonderful and diverse natural history. It covers in lively detail the processes by which Britain's structure and scenery was formed.
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Used-Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket) 2nd edition, with B&W, colour & line illustrations. Owner's name on front free end paper; back hinge cracked & repaired; green cloth faded on spine & back board, with dull & worn lettering on spine.
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Good. No Jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall Copy in green cloth on boards with gilt title on spine. Spine is sunned with some carry over to upper and lower covers. Previous owners bookplate on FFE. Clean text with colour and b/w plates.
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Used-Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket) New Naturalist, no.4. 1st edition, 1946. Gift inscription & owner's stamp on front end paper; binding tight; spine faded, with dull gilt title; some loss of colour to green cloth on boards.
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Fair. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. The book is perfectly readable and fit for use, although it shows signs of previous ownership. The spine is likely creased and the cover scuffed or slightly torn. Textbooks will typically have an amount of underlining and/or highlighting, as well as notes. If this book is over 5 years old, then please expect the pages to be yellowing or to have age spots. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages. Aged book. Tanned pages and age spots, however, this will not interfere with reading. Ex-library book with stamps on the first page, it is also likely to have a small shelf number sticker on the spine. Ripped/damaged jacket. The dust jacket of this book is slightly damaged/ripped, however, this does not affect the internal condition.
