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. This volume deals with the natural history of British insects, and introduces the reader to some of the latest discoveries and ideas about them. The author has brought thogether within convenient compass a large amount of scientific knowledge, often of absorbing interest; and he describes many of the remarkable features associated with the lives of insects.Only limited treatment is given to butterflies and moths, since there are several excellent books on these insects that are readily accessible, including Dr Ford's colume on Butterflies in the New Naturalist. When it comes to other insects, beetles, two-winged flies, plant-bugs, bees, lace-wings and the like, it is much less easy to find out much about them. Books on such insects are few and far between, and most of them are rather technical in character. An increasing number of people are interested in the insects of our countryside, and this book is intended to fill at least some of their needs. It will increase their pleasure in observing the creatures with which it deals and may, perhaps, induce some of its readers to become independent observers. There is a great field to be explored by anyone who is drawn to look beneath the mere surface and study in detail any of the very commonest of our insects, no matter to what groups the latter may belong.
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Used-Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket) New Naturalist #8. 1st edition, in green cloth with gilt; B&W & colour illustrations. End papers & page fore-edge foxed; fading to spine & boards.
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Used-Acceptable. Ex lib hardback in VG dust jacket. The New Naturalist, no.8. 3rd edition. Ex school library-stamps, labels, etc.; front hinge cracked & repaired; mark on page fore-edge.
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Good. The aim in writing this book is to induce those who happen to read it to become better acquainted with the natural history of our native insects. There are 99 colour photographs of living insects and 7 colour photographs of preserved specimens. Also 104 photographs in black and white, 8 distribution maps and 40 diagrams. There is a pen inscription on the inside cover and the cover is a little faded along the edges. Very slight foxing inside.
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Good. All orders are dispatched within 1 working day from our UK warehouse. Established in 2004, we are dedicated to recycling unwanted books on behalf of a number of UK charities who benefit from added revenue through the sale of their books plus huge savings in waste disposal. No quibble refund if not completely satisfied.
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Used-Very Good. VG hardback in Good dust jacket. New Naturalist no.8. Gift inscription dated 1947 on front free end paper; a few spots of foxing on page fore-edge; text & plates clean; green cloth a little faded on spine and scuff along length. Dust jacket not price-clipped but with small loss at head of spine; dj protected in removable clear film.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 800grams, ISBN:
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 750grams, ISBN: 0002131021.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Book contains pen markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 950grams, ISBN:
