{"product_id":"british-thrushes-eric-simms-1st-edition","title":"British Thrushes, Eric Simms — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication\u003c\/strong\u003e: London, Collins, 1978\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormatting\u003c\/strong\u003e: 8vo, pp. 304.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e: Near Fine. The original green cloth binding remains exceptionally sharp and rigid, with the gilt tooling to the spine retaining its brightness and presenting entirely unoxidised. The text block is firm, sitting squarely within its casing without any leaning or looseness, and the leaves are crisp and entirely free from foxing, damp-staining, or internal blemishes, reflecting highly careful previous ownership. The original dust jacket is remarkably vibrant, with Robert Gillmor’s striking cover illustration retaining its full depth of colour without the heavy sunning often seen on the spines of this series; it exhibits only the most trivial edge-wear and retains a highly pleasing, complete presentation on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is a true first edition of the sixty-third volume in the celebrated New Naturalist series, published in 1978. The volume is profusely illustrated throughout with both black-and-white plates and line drawings, and features the iconic dust jacket design by the renowned wildlife artist Robert Gillmor, which perfectly encapsulates the aesthetic standard of the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhile copies of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"404\"\u003eBritish Thrushes\u003c\/i\u003e are frequently encountered on the secondary market, finding a true first printing that retains such a bright, complete, and un-faded dust jacket is increasingly uncommon, making this a highly desirable acquisition for collectors seeking to upgrade their New Naturalist library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eEric Simms’ \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eBritish Thrushes\u003c\/i\u003e remains a cornerstone text in the study of ornithology, offering a comprehensive and deeply engaging exploration of one of Britain’s most beloved bird families. Merging rigorous field observation with accessible prose, the work covers the life cycles, habitats, and behaviours of species ranging from the familiar Blackbird to the elusive Ring Ouzel. Enhanced by detailed illustrations and photographic plates, this volume stands as an indispensable resource for both the dedicated naturalist and the enthusiastic birdwatcher.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54384345973075,"sku":"4714","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260717_191152.jpg?v=1784802953","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/british-thrushes-eric-simms-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}