Description: The Great Auk (1999) Errol Fuller First US Edition The book is in very good condition. The dust cover has some wear and scuffing, especially on the edges. However the interior pages are clean, bright, and glossy. The binding still very tight, like new. Please see all my pictures to help you determine the book’s overall condition. Description: 448 pages. 9-3/4 by 12 inches. A historical narrative, science, and cultural history of the great auk. From discovery to extinction, prehistory, archeological finds, and life cycle. The scientists and naturalists who chased them, recorded them, and collected. taxidermy specimens of the birds themselves; to collectors, hunters, popular cultural accounts, legends, stories and myths. The story of the downfall of one of the legends of naturalistic history, and one of the poster children for animal extinction. “Every scrap of Auk lore is here, including the bird's frequent appearances in art and literature and photographs of the most unlikely pieces of memorabilia -- from tins containing Great Auk cigarettes to pieces of Faberge jewelry" -- from the front flap. More than 400 beautiful illustrations with 200 in vibrant color. Shipped with USPS Media Mail.
Price: 54.99 USD
Location: Aurora, Colorado
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Shipping Cost: 8.38 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Binding: Hardcover
Place of Publication: New York
Book Title: The Great Auk
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Publisher: Harry N Abrams Inc.
Year Printed: 1999
Original/Facsimile: Original
Publication Year: 1999
Type: Picture Book
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Dust Jacket
Author: Errol Fuller
Features: Dust Jacket, Illustrated
Genre: History, Animals & Pets, Environment, Nature & Earth
Topic: Wildlife, Birds, Exploration, Maritime History, Nature, Science, Social Sciences, World History, Earth Sciences, Environment, Environmental Protection
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Subjects: Animals & Pets
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 448 Pages
