Product Description
A beautifully illustrated journey through Britain’s natural world, this charming vintage book brings the beauty of woodland, wildlife and countryside exploration into the home.
Published in 1943, Wild Life of Britain by F. Fraser Darling is a beautifully presented natural history book celebrating the wildlife and landscapes of Britain.
Bound in an elegant apple green canvas hardback with its original dust jacket featuring a charming woodland squirrel illustration, this book captures the enduring appeal of traditional nature writing and countryside study.
Inside, the book features a wonderful collection of monochrome and colour illustrations, including 8 colour plates and 29 black and white illustrations, bringing Britain’s native wildlife and habitats to life.
Printed by W.H. Collins and Co Ltd, Glasgow, this vintage volume reflects a time when beautifully illustrated books were cherished objects, created not only for information but also for inspiration and enjoyment.
Perfect for a country house bookshelf, cottagecore interiors, nature collections or as a thoughtful gift for lovers of British wildlife and vintage books.
Created over 80 years ago, this beautifully illustrated book preserves a love of Britain’s wildlife and countryside, ready to inspire a new generation of nature lovers.
Product Details
Title: Wild Life of Britain
Author: F. Fraser Darling
Year: 1943
Publisher: W.H. Collins and Co Ltd, Glasgow
Type: Vintage natural history book
Binding: Green canvas hardback with original dust jacket
Illustrations: 8 colour plates and 29 black and white illustrations
Cover Design: Woodland squirrel illustration
Dimensions
Height: 22.5 cm
Width: 16.5 cm
Depth: 1 cm
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
The book itself is beautifully preserved, although there is a handwritten name inside the cover. The original dust jacket shows age-related wear with minor tears to the spine, consistent with its age.
Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Suitable For
- Vintage book collectors
- Natural history enthusiasts
- Wildlife lovers
- Cottagecore interiors
- Country home styling
- Traditional bookshelf displays
- British heritage collections
Shipping
Carefully packed and dispatched from Surrey.
Free UK delivery included.
