No dust jacket as issued, moderate wear, scuffing to blue pictorial boards, owners name on first pageno. Books document the evolution of our need to make sense of the world around us. Ashbrook illustrated by paul moller whitman publishing, racine 1941 reprint of 1931 1st edition hardcover. John james audubons birds of america holds the record as the worlds most expensive book. John james audubons monumental birds of america, which was printed between 1827 and 1838. The green book of birds of america, and the blue book of. The birds of america by john james audubon in pictures. I picked up this little book from a local resale shop. The green book of birds of america by ashbrook, frank g. The introduction offers information about using the book an explanation of how birds are grouped a discussion of migratory ranges tips on identification a diagram.
The brewers blackbird is the handsomest of all the blackbird race, but its love song is a rather ludicrous attempt at music making. The blue book of birds of america by ashbrook, frank g. This is the green book of birds of america by frank g. This book mesures 5 18 x 3 14 and features 95 pages with color illustrations and descriptions of numerous birds. First published in double elephant size approximately a metre tall in the first half of the nineteenth century, it is famous for its.
The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. Leaves of grass is a poetry collection by the american poet walt whitman 1819 1892. Birds of america this book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. Not all of the specimens illustrated in the work were collected by audubon himself, some were sent to him by john kirk townsend.
The sibley guides series began with the publication of the sibley guide to birds in 2000, and since then has expanded to include four additional books on birds and, in 2009, the sibley guide to trees. The introduction offers information about using the book an explanation of how birds are grouped a discussion of migratory ranges tips on. A copy of the worlds most expensive book, john james audubons 19thcentury masterpiece birds of america, is set for auction later this month and is. Ashbrook copyright 1931 by whitman publishing company, racine, wisconsin this is a pocket size paperback book, one of three in a series, which covers mostly perching birds and. A birds guide containing diving birds, swimmers, herons, storks, ibises, marsh dwellers, shore birds, pigeons and doves, birds of prey, cuckoos and woodpeckers. Click to read more about the green book of birds of america by frank g. The blue book of birds of america by frank g ashbrook 1931. Ashbrook a copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. Alibris is one of the premier rare and out of print book sites on the internet. The birds of america is one of the best known natural history books ever produced and also the most valuable.
The blue book of birds of america by frank g ashbrook 1931 hardcover. Worlds most expensive book, birds of america, set to fetch. Image for the green book of birds of america and the red book of. Birds of america, set of 3 1931 vintage bird guides.
These three vintage bird guides, the red, blue, and green birds of america, were written by paul ashbrook and published in 1931 by whitman. A small little book, 3 14 x 5 inches, the green book of birds of america. States district court, southern district of new jersey, and received its. Robert havell after john james audubon, american flamingo, 1838, handcolored etching and aquatint on whatman paper plate. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Green winged teal john james audubons birds of america. Study of this birds food habits shows that the bird deserves mans friendship for economic as well as sentimental reasons. Dec 07, 2010 a copy of john james audubons early19thcentury illustrated birds of america sold in london tonight for 7.
Vintage 1931 book, the green book of birds of america. Birds of america, set of 3 1931 vintage bird guides flickr. The sevenvolume birds of america includes images of six nowextinct birds. I have often thought that waterbirds, ducks for example, like landbirds which migrate in flocks, are very apt to pass over the place where others of the same kind had been before. From 1885 until his death in 1931, edison wintered in the sleepy gulf coast. This book has been transferred to between the covers from another database and might not be described to our usual standards. Jan 19, 2012 this first edition of birds of america by john james audubon, originally bought by the duke of portland some time after 1828, is expected to become the worlds most expensive book when it is. Rare copy of audubons birds of america for sale science. Apr 05, 2020 home ashbrook, frank g the blue book of birds of america this copy of the blue book of birds of america offered for sale by between the covers rare books, inc. Winfield on land and sea or the crusoes of seven islands 1903, 266 pages on the farm or last days at putman hall 1908, 235 pages, this book is shown in the last photo. We have a collection of more than 10,000 scarce and out of print books, for readers, teachers and collectors. Written by frank g ashbrook with illustrations by paul moller. Good with minor discoloring to cover and top edge to first few pages.
The book is blue cloth hardback with green, purple and gold on the front. Ashbrook 3 red blue green book birds of america with canvas case 1931 by frank g. These guides include color illustrations by paul moller and descriptions of the birds appearance, habitat, habits, range, etc. Birds of america, a book by john james audubon first published in sections between 1827 and 1838. It is one of the most domesticated of our wild birds and readily takes possession of boxes erected for its accommodation or builds its nest in the crannies about farm buildings. Items similar to the book of happiness expressing the joy of great writers, edited by margherita osbourne 1928 copyright the p. Birds of america, a 1998 collection of stories by lorrie moore. Nov 14, 2011 is this book rare, birds of america published in 1936 answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Is this book rare, birds of america published in 1936 answered by a verified antique expert we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. This website presents some of my ongoing efforts to identify and understand the birds and trees of north america. Ashbrook and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
Antique green book set the rover boys series for young americans this set includes three books by arthur m. First published in double elephant size approximately a metre tall in the first half of the nineteenth century, it is famous for its stunning lifesize illustrations of birds set within landscaped backgrounds. We have a collection of more than 10,000 scarce and. Publishers weekly moores insights into the springs of human conduct, her ability to catch the moment that flips someone from eccentric to unmoored, endow her work with a heartbreaking resonance. At once sad, funny, lyrical and prickly, birds of america attests to the deepening emotional chiaroscuro of her wise and beguiling work. Visit this link to my shop to see my other old books, antiques and vintage treasures for. I have between 50100 books ed in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Apr 08, 2015 the sibley guides series began with the publication of the sibley guide to birds in 2000, and since then has expanded to include four additional books on birds and, in 2009, the sibley guide to trees. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Thomas alva edison 18471931 was americas most famous and, arguably, most prolific inventor. The green book of birds of america by ashbrook frank g abebooks.
First edition, first printing with full number line on page. The green book accompanies the red and blue to form the complete set, divided up by groups of families. The introduction to brewers blackbird is what sold me. A 1931 book titled the blue book of birds of america by frank g ashbrook, illustrations by paul moller. This urge can be seen in the first gutenberg bible of 1455. Americas got talent 2017 howies prank live shows the.
Use the search box above to find fond treasures from your childhood or that one book that has escaped your collection thus far. The green book was the generic name of a regularly published guidebook for african american travelers, intended to help them find services and destinations. Image for wing shots a series of camera studies of american game birds and other birds. Leaves of grass appears in john greens novel paper towns. Rare books for sale, buy antique books from alibris.
Birds of america, a 2008 film directed by craig lucas birds of america, a 1971 novel by mary mccarthy. It was first published as a series in sections between 1827 and 1838, in edinburgh and london. Copy write is 1871 and has over 100 engravings within the book. This book is notable for its discussion of delight in sensual pleasures during a time.
The birds of america 10 plate adams audubon ruffed grouse england. The birds of america is a book by naturalist and painter john james audubon, containing illustrations of a wide variety of birds of the united states. Home ashbrook, frank g the blue book of birds of america this copy of the blue book of birds of america offered for sale by between the covers. In this manner, at the first arrival of the greenwinged teal in the western country, i have seen upwards of six dozen shot by a single gunner in the course of one day. For example, as stated above, an unsigned copy of f. Selections from the birds of america september 25, 2005 april 2, 2006 above. Sep 10, 2010 john james audubons birds of america holds the record as the worlds most expensive book. This book features blue jay, lark, oriole, snowbird, grackle, finch, sparrow, grosbeak, blackbird, bunting, etc. We have thousands of rare and antique treasures brought to you by our network of trusted sellers from all around the world.
Welcome to old childrens books, selling childrens literature and picture books online since 1994. Oct 01, 2011 birds of america is one of the best known natural history books ever produced and also one of the most valuable a complete set sold at auction in december 2010 for. But few realize the extent to which he called florida, not new jersey, home. First edition 1931 birds of america series green book, blue book. The second book is the pioneers and patriots or america by john s. This one covers a selection of the orders of perching birds including tanagers, swallows, waxwings, shrikes, vireos, warblers, pipits, dippers, mimic thrushes, wrens, nuthatches and creepers. Vintage 1931 book the blue book birds of america by frank. Worlds most expensive book, birds of america, set to. Birds of america, a 2008 film directed by craig lucas. This is a pocket size paperback book, one of three in a series, which covers mostly perching birds and other woodlands birds. A copy of john james audubons early19thcentury illustrated birds of america sold in london tonight for 7. Despite its age published in 1931, it remains useful and charming. Alibris is one of the premier rare and outofprint book sites on the internet. Jul 06, 2014 i have a book titled birds of america and below that title is the word audubon, this is on the spine of the book at the bottom of the spine are the numbers 598.
The birds of america 10 plate adams audubon ruffed. The green book of birds of america by ashbrook frank g. I have a book titled birds of america and below that title is the word audubon, this is on the spine of the book at the bottom of the spine are the numbers 598. The blue book of birds of america paperback january 1, 1931 by frank g. The cover is emerald green cloth with gold and black embellished pictures on the front and binding. Ashbrook, the green book of birds of america, 1931. Paul moller a bird guide containing the following orders of birds. Vintage the green book of birds of america whitman publishing. We specialize in making it easier for you to get the books.
Nearly all later ornithological works were inspired by audubons artistry and high standards, and birds of america is considered one of the greatest examples of book. This first edition of birds of america by john james audubon, originally bought by the duke of portland some time after 1828, is expected to become the worlds most expensive book when it is. An author signature by a significant and recognized writer can mean an increase in value of ten times or more the ordinary value of the book in most cases. The green book of birds of america, and the blue book of birds of america hardcover january 1, 1931 by frank g. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers.
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