A pocket-sized treasure for nature lovers and collectors, this vintage guide offers a beautifully illustrated look at the birds of Britain. Edited by Charles A. Hall, F.R.M.S., and published by A. & C. Black Ltd, of Soho Square, London, this edition features 63 full-page colour plates from Bonhote’s Birds of Britain.

Rich with field notes, natural detail, and a painterly eye for plumage, this guide was designed for the amateur ornithologist. The pages show gentle age and charm, including scattered foxing and a child’s handwriting on the endpaper that simply reads Handfig… -a poignant trace of past ownership.

A delightful addition to any vintage natural history collection, perfect for styling in nature corners, botanical shelves, or slow-living still life.

Condition

Good vintage condition with signs of wear. Cover shows slight marking and a ring stain. Inside pages have occasional foxing, and one endpaper features faint handwriting. Plates remain vibrant and intact.

Dimensions & Notes

Approx. 17 cm [6”] x 14 cm [5.5”]

Publisher: A. & C. Black Ltd, London

Printed circa 1920s-30s

Repurposing Ideas

Style open with illustrated bird for nature-themed shelves; gift to bird lovers, nature sketchers or nostalgic collectors; use as a prop for photography or journalling inspiration; scan plates for your moodboards.