British Tits, Christopher Perrins — 1st Edition

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British Tits, Christopher Perrins — 1st Edition

Name: British Tits, Christopher Perrins — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4717
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Publication: London, Collins, 1979

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 304.

Condition Report: Near Fine. Bound in the publisher's original green cloth, the boards remain exceptionally bright and structurally sound with sharp corners, exhibiting only the faintest hint of shelf-wear to the extremities. The binding is remarkably tight and square, and the gilt lettering on the spine remains crisp and unoxidised. Internally, the pages are clean and free of any prominent foxing, markings, or inscriptions, with just a trace of very light dustiness to the top edge. The original, unclipped dust jacket is protected in a clear sleeve; it remains vibrant with no discernible spine fading, presenting only negligible rubbing to the spine ends. A highly attractive, well-preserved copy that maintains its full visual appeal.

Catalogue Note: First Edition, first impression. This volume represents Number 62 in the esteemed New Naturalist series. It is extensively illustrated throughout with sixteen black-and-white photographic plates, alongside numerous line drawings, tables, and distribution maps. The iconic dust jacket features the artwork of Clifford and Rosemary Ellis, whose designs are synonymous with the collectability of the series.

It is becoming increasingly difficult to source true first printings that retain such vibrant, unfaded jackets and tight bindings without the usual wear associated with field or reference use.

Because of their ubiquity and apparent boldness, tits are among the most easily observed and popular of all British birds. In this comprehensive and scientifically rigorous volume, renowned ornithologist Christopher Perrins provides an exhaustive study of seven resident species: the Great, Blue, Coal, Crested, Marsh, Willow, and Long-tailed Tit. Moving beyond simple physical descriptions, Perrins delves deeply into their complex ecological behaviours, exploring nest-site selection, population dynamics, breeding strategies, and their remarkable intelligence in adapting to changing food supplies. A foundational text in modern avian ecology, British Tits remains an essential, highly readable resource for amateur birdwatchers and professional naturalists alike.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: Christopher Perrins

Book Publisher: Collins

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Natural History

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 304

Book Publication Year: 1979

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Clifford and Rosemary Ellis

Book Series: The New Naturalist

Country/region of manufacture: Glasgow, United Kingdom

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