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The Birds of Britain and Europe with North Africa and the Middle East by Hermann Heinzel, Richard Fitter, and John Parslow. Published by Collins, London, 1974. Third edition, following the original 1972 publication. Illustrated softcover. ISBN 0002120348.
A compact bird identification guide featuring over 1,000 birds illustrated in color and 825 distribution maps. Detailed paintings accompany descriptions emphasizing plumage, size, voice, flight, and habits, helping readers compare similar birds and recognize distinguishing features.
An appealing reference for birdwatchers, natural-history enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage field guides and wildlife illustration. Geographic coverage includes Britain, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Includes indexes of English and scientific names.
Good condition overall. Covers show light rubbing and soiling, edge wear, and creasing, most noticeably at the lower front corner. Page edges are age-toned, with minor handling wear and some bent page corners. A previous owner’s name and a 1976 date are written on the title page, and a small pencil notation is visible on a contents page. Binding appears intact, and the illustrated pages shown remain clean and bright. Please review all photographs for condition details.
SKU D-11
Birds of Britain and Europe 1974 Heinzel Fitter Parslow Illustrated Field Guide
$25.00
A compact bird identification guide featuring over 1,000 birds illustrated in color and 825 distribution maps. Detailed paintings accompany descriptions emphasizing plumage, size, voice, flight, and habits, helping readers compare similar birds and recognize distinguishing features.
An appealing reference for birdwatchers, natural-history enthusiasts, and collectors of vintage field guides and wildlife illustration. Geographic coverage includes Britain, Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. Includes indexes of English and scientific names.
Good condition overall. Covers show light rubbing and soiling, edge wear, and creasing, most noticeably at the lower front corner. Page edges are age-toned, with minor handling wear and some bent page corners. A previous owner’s name and a 1976 date are written on the title page, and a small pencil notation is visible on a contents page. Binding appears intact, and the illustrated pages shown remain clean and bright. Please review all photographs for condition details.
SKU D-11