A Field Guide to the Birds of Britain and Europe - 1966 2nd Edition

An essential companion for bird lovers -- discover the diverse bird species of Britain and Europe! The text provides recognition pictures of the birds, of both sexees, of summer, winter and immature plumages -- more than 1200 pictures in all, 670 of which are in full color. It uses the Peterson system of identification based on comparisons with similar species, with diagnostic arrows indicating distinctive field marks. It provides a concise, quick guide to essential features of identification of the birds, their habits and habitats, call notes and song. - A Field Guide to the Birds of Britain and Europe - Roger Tory Peterson, Guy Mountfort & P.A.D. Hollom. With an introduction by Sir Julian Huxley. Published 1966 (2nd edition), Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston Hardcover. Approx. 5x7.5in. 348pp. Dustjacket has considerable wear, with chips along the edges. Address sticker of a previous owner on front page; some (pencil) notes on inner front page. Book is in otherwise good vintage condition. If you collect Peterson Field Guides, this is a fine copy to enjoy!