Gilbert White Bücher

Als Georg Forster 1772 an Bord von Captain Cooks Weltumseglungsschiff ging, arbeitete Gilbert White schon seit über zwei Jahrzehnten fern von allen Akademien an seinen eigenen naturkundlichen Beobachtungen. Vor allem an seinem Geburtsort Selborne in Hampshire in Südengland, in dem er als Kaplan die umliegenden Pfarreien betreute, führte er Tagebuch über die Wind- und Witterungsverhältnisse. Er verfolgte die Jahreszeiten und machte sich präzise Notizen zur Selborne'schen Pflanzen- und besonders der Tierwelt. Mit dem Stapel seiner Notizen wuchs auch seine Sammlung von in Brandy konservierten Präparaten, die seinen Besuchern den Artenreichtum der örtlichen Fauna augenfällig machte

The Natural History of Selborne (1789) is the distillation of a lifetime of observing nature, and ranges far beyond White's immediate neighbourhood noted in the title. Written during a turbulent time in world history, it is a celebration of the endeavours of both human beings and animals to survive. White's main aims were to induce readers to pay more attention to the wonders around them, and to advance their knowledge of the variety of life: his success has made this book a classic, and has made his name one of the most revered among British naturalists.

Published in 1789, this classic work is a must-read for anyone interested in natural history and the English countryside. The author's observations of the flora and fauna of Selborne, combined with his extensive knowledge of history and antiquities, make for a fascinating journey through time and place.

Originally published in the late 18th century, this classic work on natural history remains a beloved and informative read to this day. Gilbert White's observations of wildlife in and around his village of Selborne are detailed and intimate, and are enhanced by the addition of stunning illustrations and commentary from contemporary naturalists Charles Davies Sherborn, Richard Bowdler Sharpe, and S. Reynolds Hole.

First published in 1789, Gilbert White's groundbreaking work on natural history is still considered one of the most important texts in the field today. This classic edition features updated commentary and notes by J.E. Harting, offering readers a fresh perspective on White's detailed observations of the flora and fauna of Selborne.