{"product_id":"wings-in-the-sun-l-hugh-newman","title":"Wings in the Sun, L. Hugh Newman","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublication:\u003c\/b\u003e Leeds, E. J. Arnold \u0026amp; Son Ltd., N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormatting:\u003c\/b\u003e 8vo, pp. 96.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very Good. The paper wrappers remain largely clean and bright, preserving the striking two-tone geometric cover design, though they exhibit mild age-toning and a few minor blemishes characteristic of the era. The most notable flaw is the typical oxidation to the original metal staples, which has caused small areas of rust-staining and very slight rubbing along the spine fold, though the binding itself remains entirely sound and secure. Internally, the pages are uniformly crisp, free from any major foxing or extraneous markings, with the photographic plates still sharp and well-defined, making this a highly presentable surviving example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is a second impression of this mid-twentieth-century educational natural history volume, issued as No. 29 in the publisher's 'Broadcast Echoes' series. Adapted partially from a wireless talk by Mr. Walter J. C. Murray, the publication reflects the growing popularity of nature programming in post-war Britain, bringing broadcast knowledge into the physical classroom and home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe text is complemented by a series of evocative black-and-white photographic plates detailing the life cycles of various butterfly species, capturing everything from caterpillars and chrysalises to the fully emerged adults. The staplebound, geometric card-cover design is a classic example of mid-century educational book production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven its ephemeral nature as a softcover intended for young readers and students, copies in this condition are distinctly uncommon on the open market today, as most were handled heavily and eventually discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdapted from popular mid-century wireless broadcasts, \u003ci\u003eWings in the Sun\u003c\/i\u003e offers a charming and highly accessible journey into the secret lives of Britain’s butterflies. Renowned entomologist L. Hugh Newman guides young readers through the fascinating metamorphosis of these delicate creatures, from their woodland sleeping habits to the miraculous process of hatching. Filled with beautiful photographic plates and engaging field observations, this vintage educational booklet captures the magic of the natural world and serves as a delightful time capsule of classic British nature writing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54577026236755,"sku":"5045","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20260809_193834.jpg?v=1786615380","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/wings-in-the-sun-l-hugh-newman","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}