A Familiar History of Birds

Description:

Seventh edition. Edward Stanley (1779-1849), rector of Alderley, Cheshire for 32 years, and later Bishop of Norwich. This work, first publishished in 1835, and appearing in a number of editions, contains observations on both British and foreign birds.

Condition

Sm. 8vo, orig. blind-stamped green cloth, some wear to head of spine. Rear hinge strained and a little slack. Near contemporary owner's name to blank recto of frontis. Circular ink stamp to title page. Good.