The Naturalists Library: A General History Of Hummingbirds Or The Trochilidae (1833)

By William Jardine

Book Overview

The Naturalists Library: A General History Of Hummingbirds Or The Trochilidae is a book written by William Jardine and originally published in 1833. This book is a detailed account of the natural history of hummingbirds, which are a family of small, colorful birds found in the Americas. The book begins with an introduction to the physical characteristics of hummingbirds, including their unique ability to hover in mid-air and their rapid wing beats. It then delves into the various species of hummingbirds, providing detailed descriptions of their physical features, habitats, and behaviors. In addition to the scientific information, the book also includes beautiful illustrations of hummingbirds, depicting them in their natural habitats and capturing their vibrant colors and unique features. Overall, The Naturalists Library: A General History Of Hummingbirds Or The Trochilidae is a comprehensive and visually stunning guide to these fascinating birds, providing both scientific and aesthetic insights into their lives and behaviors.Now Exhibiting In The Gardens Of The Zoological Society Of London.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436640253
• ISBN13: 9781436640251
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 276 Pages
• Weight: 1.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"