The Book of Naturalists: An Anthology of the Best Natural History
New York: Alfred A Knopf Inc, 1944. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.
Green textured cloth, with gilt spine titles and front decoration, 8.5 inches tall, 499 pages. First Edition, First and Second Printing prior to publication.
No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; light, even age-toning. The dust jacket with price has a sun-faded spine edge and spine wear and small closed lower corner tear.
Near Fine / Good. Item #20851
Edited by William Beebe, is a distinguished collection that brings together the finest writings of some of the most influential naturalists throughout history. This anthology offers a broad and insightful look into the field of natural history, featuring works from renowned figures such as Charles Darwin, John James Audubon, and Rachel Carson. Beebe’s selections span centuries, with his introductions offering context and insight into the lives and contributions of the naturalists featured, along with his own reflections on their work.
The anthology is divided into two sections: the first covers early naturalists who laid the groundwork for the study of nature, while the second highlights more contemporary contributions. Through these excerpts, readers are exposed to a wide range of natural history topics, including ecology, evolution, ornithology, marine biology, and entomology. Beebe’s engaging editorial voice brings the words of these naturalists to life, reflecting his own passion for the subject and providing a unique window into the intellectual development of the field.
Subjects: Natural History, Ecology, Evolution, Ornithology, Marine Biology, Entomology, Anthology.
Price: $45.00
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