First published in the mid-19th century, this monumental work is still considered one of the most authoritative and comprehensive guides to British birds. Written by the Reverend F.O. Morris, a noted naturalist and clergyman, it describes in detail the appearance, behavior, and habitat of every species of bird found in Britain at the time. The book is also notable for its beautiful illustrations, which capture the birds' individuality and charm. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.