All the World's Birds: The illustrated natural history general and particular of birds
Author(s): Francois-Nicolas Martinet
Before Audubon, there was Buffon's Histoire naturelle, generale et particuliere, originally published in thirty-six volumes between 1749 and 1778. All the World's Birds comprises selections from the original, which explored all flora and fauna, and features the beautiful full color illustrations by Francois-Nicolas Martinet. Now this seminal work appears in a handsome, slipcased edition which marks the first publication of Buffon's writings in one volume with Martinet's beautiful yet scientifically precise engravings, originally published separately. These wondrous eighteenth century depictions of birds are among the earliest scientific attempts to depict birds in all their detail, and these plates are a milestone in the development of ornithological art. This monumental volume is perfect for any bird lover.
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"The 18th century French engravings are both scientifically precise and totally wondrous. The kind of book that makes you want to stay in to curl up in front of the fire." ~"W Magazine
""Combining 36 Enlightenment-era volumes by famed naturalist LeClerc into one text, "All the World's Birds" boasts plenty of ornithological facts, as well as brilliant, detailed reproductions of engravings by artist Francois-Nicolas Martinet." ~"Entertainment Weekly
"All the World's Birds,.".has the heft of a large encyclopedia, possessing an elegant austerity that honors the seriousness of Buffon's original endeavor. Both deserve a place in any library devoted to the art of natural history." ~"Art + Auction"
"This oversize, slipcased tome with 1,008 illustrations is both a reference guide and a decorative addition to any library." "Though they were drawn 100 years before cameras or useful binoculars, Francois-Nicolas Martinet's illustrations are remarkably precise...They are still wonderful to see today." ~"Southern Accents"
.,."a sumptuous testament to one man's avian obsession." ~"Vogue
""Any art lover, ornithologist or bibliophile would sigh with pleasure to find this wrapped up for them." ~"San Diego Home/Garden Lifestyles"
General Fields
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- : Unknown
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- : 8.3
- : 15 October 2008
- : 342mm X 485mm X 100mm
- : United States
- : books
Special Fields
- : Illustrations
- : 670
- : 598
- : Hardback
- : Francois-Nicolas Martinet