Buy this book on-line von Michaëlis, H : Birds of the Gauntlet(London, Hutchinson, 1952)
4to; original red cloth; price-clipped pictorial dustwrapper rather edgeworn and faded; bookplate on front pastedown; author-artist's inscription on title page; moderate foxing throughout; pp. 223; liberally illustrated with tables, colour and monochrome plates and drawings of raptors in text. Fair to good condition, over-all. "There are many books about birds, but this must surely be one of the most delightful ever produced. Mr von Michaelis' classic bird drawings come as near perfection as anything of their kind. His unusual story, told with simplicity and great charm, and revealing the author's humanity, deep understanding of Nature and genuine love of his winged friends, is something few will be able to read without a sense of awe and wonderment. Mr von Michalis is a distinguished artist whose bird paintings are justly famous in his own country of South Africa. Birds of prey have always been his especial interest, and he has successfully reared eagles, owls, hawks and falcons. Birds of the Gauntlet is the fascinating story of these birds: how they were acquired and grew up; their many adventures, some funny, some sad; and, finally, what became of them." Please note, this book is heavy, and postage will be determined according to the destination and method of despatch chosen by the customer. Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of von Michaëlis, H : Birds of the Gauntlet. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including first editions, fine bindings, out-of-print books, livres illustrées and rare books. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |