Bøger af John James Audubon

A complete edition of John James Audubon's world famous The Birds of America, bound in linen and beautifully presented in a special slipcase. To create this edition of Audubon's masterpiece, the Natural History Museum's own original double elephant size folio was disbound and each of the 435 beautiful hand-coloured prints was specially photographed

A never-before-published edition of the rare chromolithographic Audubon prints of American birds.

The Birds of America is a book by naturalist and artist John James Audubon, containing illustrations of a wide variety of birds of the United States. The illustrations were first published as a series of prints in the early 19th century. This book is a must-have for any bird lover or art enthusiast.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

John James Audubon's stunning paintings of North American wildlife are a national treasure, and this volume of his Quadrupeds series is no exception. With detailed illustrations of over 150 mammals, including bears, wolves, deer, raccoons, and many others, Audubon brings the majesty and diversity of the American wilderness to life in vivid color. The accompanying text by John Bachman is equally engaging, offering insights into the behavior, habits, and ecology of these magnificent creatures. Whether you are a naturalist, an artist, or simply a lover of animals, The Quadrupeds of North America is a timeless classic that belongs on every bookshelf.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This beautifully illustrated book provides a comprehensive guide to the various quadrupeds found in North America. The detailed illustrations by renowned naturalist and artist John James Audubon, along with the informative text by John Bachman, make this a must-have for anyone interested in the wildlife of North America.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This stunning collection of illustrations and descriptions of North American mammals is a testament to the extraordinary talents of John James Audubon, one of the most celebrated naturalists and artists of the 19th century. Written in collaboration with theologian and fellow naturalist John Bachman, The Quadrupeds of North America features more than 150 illustrations and detailed descriptions of each animal's habits, physical characteristics, and habitat. A must-read for anyone with an interest in natural history and the visual arts.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The celebrated and highly valued natural history classic, now fully reproduced for the 1st time with an introduction by world-renowned ornithologist David Allen Sibley Featuring 435 stunning images of Audubon's original watercolors, this is the perfect addition to any bird lover's library First published in installments between 1827 and 1838, John James Audubon's treasured collection of life-sized watercolors of North American birds is the standard against which all wildlife illustration is measured. With fewer than 120 surviving copies in museums and private collections, this volume was created in conjunction with the Natural History Museum in London which disbound 1 of their 2 original editions in the process for the first time. This stunning nearly 500 page, 8x12 reissue contains: 435 exquisite reproductions of hand-colored prints of the original watercolorsDetailed descriptions of American birds and their natural habitats, organized alphabetically from the avocet grazing in a tidal pond to the zenaida dove perched on a flowering branchExpertly researched by an avid outdoorsman and explorer, the stunning illustrations are based on Audubon's specimen collections from Florida to Labrador to Texas and the DakotasStraddling the line between science and art, this book mesmerized 19th-century audiences around the world. Today it stands as a reminder of the spectacular biodiversity of the North American continent, and of the pioneer spirit that Audubon himself revered.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Birds Of America, From Drawings Made In The United States And Their Territories, Volumes 7-8; The Birds Of America, From Drawings Made In The United States And Their Territories; John James Audubon John James Audubon G.R. Lockwood, 1870 Nature; Birds & Birdwatching; Birds; Nature / Birds & Birdwatching

This is a new release of the original 1926 edition.

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Birds Of America: From Drawings Made In The United States And Their Territories, Volume 5; The Birds Of America: From Drawings Made In The United States And Their Territories; John James Audubon John James Audubon, John Woodhouse Audubon Roe Lockwood, 1861 Birds