Author: H. F. Witherby, F. C. R. Jourdain, N. F. Ticehurst, And B. W. Tucker
Binding: Hardback
Published: H. F. & G. Witherby Ltd, 1965

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner

This authoritative ornithological reference presents a comprehensive account of British birdlife, combining rigorous scientific detail with accessible narrative. The volumes chronicle species descriptions, distribution, and behavior, supported by precise identification notes that instruct both the scholar and the dedicated field naturalist. The authors argue for the importance of systematic observation and classification, illustrating the diversity of avian habitats across the British Isles. Each entry details plumage, song, nesting habits, and migration patterns, creating a reliable foundation for ornithological study.