Bøker av James Edmund Harting

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Experience the beauty and wonder of Selborne in this natural history book. Written by three experts, this text covers all aspects of the area's flora and fauna, along with its fascinating antiquities. Featuring exquisite illustrations and descriptions, this book is sure to delight nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This comprehensive guide to rabbits covers everything from their natural history and behavior to breeding, care, and exhibition. With detailed descriptions of the major breeds and their characteristics, as well as tips on housing, feeding, and disease prevention, this book is an excellent resource for both novice and experienced rabbit owners. Whether you're interested in raising rabbits for meat, fiber, or pets, this book has everything you need to know.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Published in 1789, this classic natural history book offers a detailed account of the flora and fauna of Selborne, a village in southern England. Gilbert White captures the beauty and diversity of the natural world with his vivid descriptions of birds, insects, and other creatures, as well as the geological formations and historical artifacts of the area. With a foreword by James Edmund Harting and original illustrations throughout, this book is a timeless masterpiece of nature writing.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This vintage book contains a fantastic guide to bird watching by James E. Harting. Based on twenty years of observation, it contains a wealth of useful and interesting information only a seasoned expert in the field could hope to impart to the curious enthusiast. Highly recommend for English birdwatchers and collectors of vintage bird watching literature. Contents include: "The Kestrel", "The Short-Eared Owl", "The Thrush", "The Blackbird", "The Robin", "The Fieldfare", "The Blackcap", "The Whitethroat", "The Garden Warbler", "The Great Titmouse", "The Blue Titmouse", "The Coal Titmouse", "The Crested Titmouse", etc. James Edmund Fotheringham Harting (1841 - 1928) was an English ornithologist and naturalist. Other notable works by this author include: "The Birds of Middlesex" (1866), "Rambles in Search of Shells" (1876), and "Ostriches and Ostrich Farming" (1877). Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

This vintage book contains a complete guide to hawks and hawking, with information on selection, feeding, care and management, training, breeding, and more. This detailed and timeless handbook is highly recommended for modern readers with a practical interest in the subject, and would make for a great addition to collections of antiquarian sporting literature. Contents include: ¿How to make a Short-Winged Hawke Good, with Good Conditions¿, ¿How to Reclaime a Hawke from any Ill Condition¿, ¿Teacheth Cures for all Knowne griefes and Diseases¿. ¿The Description of the Rammish Hawke¿, ¿A Pre-admonition to the Reader¿, ¿To reclaime a Hawke that will carry a Partridge into a Tree¿, etcetera. Many antiquarian texts such as this, especially those dating back to the 1900s and before, are increasingly hard to come by and expensive, and it is with this in mind that we are republishing this book now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition. It comes complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author. This book was first published in 1891.

Our Summer Migrants - An Account of the Migratory Birds Which Pass the Summer in the British Islands is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1875.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.