The Sportsman's British Bird Book (1908)

The Sportsman's British Bird Book, written by Richard Lydekker and first published in 1908, is a comprehensive guide to the birds of Britain. The book is aimed at hunters and sportsmen, but is also a valuable resource for bird enthusiasts and naturalists. The book contains detailed descriptions of over 300 species of birds, including information on their appearance, habitat, behavior, and distribution. The book is illustrated with over 200 black and white drawings, as well as 16 color plates, which show the birds in their natural habitats. The book also includes a glossary of bird-related terms, as well as a list of British bird sanctuaries and reserves. The Sportsman's British Bird Book is a classic work of ornithology and a must-have for anyone interested in the birds of Britain.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.