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Wild Wings: Adventures of a Camera-Hunter Among the Larger Wild Birds of North America on Sea and Land
by Herbert Keightley Job
- Used
- Very Good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good
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Wild Wings: Adventures of a Camera-Hunter Among the Larger Wild Birds of North America on Sea and Land
by Herbert Keightley Job
Hardcover Cloth 341 pages with 160 illustrations. Condition Very Good Issued with NO Dust Jacket. Presumed First edition 1905. Beautiful blue boards with illustrated gilt embossing shows off this Clean, tight, square copy with no marks, highlights or bookplates. Worn gilt topstain. Book Well kept and carefully stored in unread condition. Slight shelf wear - a few stains, rubs and some bumped corners. No loose hinges. Edges have the usual yellowing. Pages are lightly toned with minor signs of wear and/or age. Not an ex-library, book club or remainder copy.
A captivating exploration of avian life in North America.
The book follows Job, an avid naturalist and photographer, on his remarkable journey to capture the essence of North America's wild birds. Armed with his camera, he ventures into diverse habitats—both sea and land—to observe and document these magnificent creatures. His encounters with eagles, hawks, herons, and other avian species provide a unique perspective on their behavior, habitats, and beauty.
Through vivid descriptions and stunning photographs, he transports readers to marshes, cliffs, and open skies where birds soar. His passion for birds shines through, inspiring fellow enthusiasts to appreciate the intricate details of feathers, flight patterns, and nesting sites.
Job discusses the impact of human activities on bird populations, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts. Whether observing gulls along the coast or songbirds in forests, Job weaves scientific knowledge with personal observations, fostering a deeper understanding of avian ecology.
"Wild Wings" invites readers to step into the shoes of a camera-hunter, to witness the majesty of birds up close.
Herbert Keightley Job (November 29, 1864 – June 17, 1933) was an American lecturer, bird photographer, conservationist, and writer.
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- Seller
- River House Books
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- Seller's Inventory #
- 657288
- Title
- Wild Wings: Adventures of a Camera-Hunter Among the Larger Wild Birds of North America on Sea and Land
- Author
- Herbert Keightley Job
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover Cloth
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin & Company
- Place of Publication
- Boston, MA
- Date Published
- 1905
- Pages
- 341
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Bookseller catalogs
- First Editions; Americana;
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I ship domestically in the US using the Post Office and internationally using consolidation services. Books are always wrapped then packed in cardboard boxes with padding to protect the contents. International shipments are double boxed with shipping paperwork attached to the outside of the box using a special envelope. And a complete duplicate of all the paperwork packed inside the outer box in case the attached set wanders off.
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