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A Delight of Owls(Signed)
Steyn, Peter
Description:
African Owls Observed.
This book deals with the twelve species of owls found in southern Africa, but all are widely distributed elsewhere in Africa.Through his studies the author has contributed significantly to our knowledge of the life histories of these owls, but especially of the Barn Owl, Wood Owl, Pearl-spotted Owl, Barred Owl and Cape Eagle Owl.Delving into their lives has been an adventure for the author, and his especially readable text communicates his enthusiasm for these delightful birds
Frontispiece-signed by author to title page.xiv,plus 159 pages text with illustrations
Details:
- Publisher: David Philip
- Publisher Place: Cape Town
- Date of Publication: 1984
- Edition: 1st South African Edition
- Jacket Condition: Fine
- Binding Condition: Fine
- Overall Condition: Fine
- Size: 170 X 245mm
- Lot No: 117
- Hammer Price: $30
- Bids: 1
- Visits: 28
- Estimate: $45-50
- Reserve: $30
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- Name: Quathlamba Winds Books
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- Country of Origin: United Kingdom
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