The Badger: A Monograph

By Alfred E. Pease

Book Overview

A quiet labour of curiosity, a living bridge to Victorian Britain. The Badger: A Monograph returns to life as a beautifully restored artefact of natural history, inviting readers to glimpse the wild through patient observation and scholarly wonder. This is more than a zoological monograph; it is a complete natural history study and a practical, almost field-guide style companion for naturalists and students. The book illuminates badger biology and behaviour, burrow ecology and habit, and the nuances of mammal observation techniques, all framed within a late nineteenth-century sensibility that blends precise science with lyrical detail. The prose renders a clear, tangible image of the creature and its world, while offering enduring value as a reference work for scholars and curious readers alike. The illustrated edition enhances the experience, turning dense description into memorable visuals that deepen understanding. With lasting significance in literary and scientific circles, the work stands as a testament to Victorian Britain's zeal for natural history and careful documentation. For casual readers and classic-literature collectors, the monograph offers accessibility without sacrificing reverence. Selling points: out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions; restored for today's and future generations; more than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. A true reference and a sealed window into a rare era of field study.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9354544398
• ISBN13: 9789354544392
• Release Date: May 2021
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"