The Natural History of Selborne: With Observations on Various Parts of Nature, and the Naturalist's Calendar (1875)

The Natural History of Selborne is a classic work of natural history written by Gilbert White in the late 18th century. The book is a collection of observations and descriptions of the flora and fauna of the English village of Selborne, where White lived for most of his life. In addition to his observations of the local wildlife, White also includes commentary on various aspects of nature, such as the weather, the stars, and the seasons. The book is divided into letters that White wrote to his friends and fellow naturalists, which were later collected and published together.The Natural History of Selborne is known for its detailed and accurate descriptions of the natural world, as well as its charming and engaging writing style. The book has been widely read and studied by naturalists and nature lovers for over two centuries, and it remains a beloved classic of natural history literature.This 1875 edition of the book includes additional notes and commentary by various editors and naturalists, as well as a ""Naturalist's Calendar"" that provides information on the best times to observe various plants and animals throughout the year.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.