Sketch-Book of British Birds by R. Bowdler Sharpe L.L.D., F.L.S., illustrated by A.F. and C. Lydon. Published by London: Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge 1898. Hardback First edition.

Bound in green cloth with illustration, gilt title to spine. some wear to corners, ink stain to front board and small one to spine, head and foot of spine worn. Plain end papers, front free end paper missing, previous owners inscription. Binding is good, crack to joint page 248 stitching visible, pages are bright. Approx. 10" x 7.5".