{"product_id":"british-mammals-l-harrison-matthews-1st-edition","title":"British Mammals, L. Harrison Matthews — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e London, Collins, 1952\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 8vo, pp. xii, 410.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e Near Fine. The original green cloth binding remains structurally exceptionally tight and well-preserved, with the gilt tooling to the spine remaining notably bright and unoxidised. The corners are sharp, and the boards show almost no shelf-wear, reflecting excellent structural integrity. Internally, the text block is clean, crisp, and firmly bound, completely free from pervasive foxing or handling marks, with the front free endpaper bearing only a neat, factual previous ownership signature. The original dust jacket retains strong, unfaded colours to the front panel and spine; it exhibits only minor chips, nicks, and slight rubbing to the extremities (most notably at the spine ends and corners), which are consistent with the minor, non-detracting flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCatalogue Note:\u003c\/b\u003e First edition, first printing of volume 21 in the highly esteemed Collins New Naturalist Library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis comprehensive survey features 16 colour plates, 48 black-and-white plates, and 92 figures in the text, showcasing the rigorous production standards of the series. The volume is presented in its original green cloth binding with the iconic wrapper artwork characteristic of the library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe front free endpaper bears the previous ownership signature of G. J. Williams. While early volumes of the New Naturalist series are relatively common on the open market, finding a first printing from 1952 with its original dust jacket in such bright and structurally sound condition is becoming increasingly uncommon, making this a highly desirable copy for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003eBritish Mammals\u003c\/i\u003e by L. Harrison Matthews is a landmark work of twentieth-century natural history that masterfully bridges the gap between academic zoology and serious field naturalism. Serving as the 21st volume in the prestigious New Naturalist series, the book provides a deeply researched, comprehensive account of Britain's native and established mammal species. Matthews, a distinguished zoologist, explores the ecology, structure, and biology of these creatures, from bats and rodents to seals and whales, while evaluating the historical and environmental impacts of human activity on their habitats. Richly illustrated and vividly written, it remains an essential reference for naturalists, ecologists, and wildlife enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54315795284307,"sku":"4576","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260708_122930.jpg?v=1784117390","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/british-mammals-l-harrison-matthews-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}