Bird Life of the Borders
Abel Chapman(Author)
Spredden Press
Published on 1. June 1990
Book
Paperback/Softback
280 pages
978-1-871739-11-4 (ISBN)
Description
Hunter, traveller, artist, observer and protector of wildlife, Abel Chapman (1851-1927) initiated the Sabi Game-Reserve in South Africa (now th Kruger National Park), saved the Spanish ibex from extinction, discovered the main breeding place of flamingoes in Europe and elucidated the burrowing habits of grouse in snow. Houxty, his Northumbrian home for many years, became a natural sanctuary for all kinds of wild things, and a focal point for naturalists. Some of his best ornithological work was done in Northumberland and his first book, "Bird-Life of the Borders", has been described as a classic of observation and field-work. This first edition is illustrated by Chapman with 54 ink drawings.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Stocksfields, Northumberland
United Kingdom
Illustrations
54 line drawings
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 125 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-871739-11-4 (9781871739114)
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Introduction
Deputy Curator, Hancock Museum, Newcastle
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