Birds of the Eastern Forest Complete Two-Volume Set (1968–1970)

A matched two-volume set of Birds of the Eastern Forest, a landmark in mid-century natural history publishing. Featuring the extraordinary avian paintings of J. Fenwick Lansdowne and evocative text by John A. Livingston, these volumes capture the beauty, mystery, and quiet reverence of North America’s forest birds.

Published by Houghton Mifflin Company between 1968 and 1970 and printed in Italy, each large-format volume showcases exquisite full-color plates, from the haunting stare of a hawk to the flash of a woodpecker’s crimson crest. The detailed illustrations, combined with Livingston’s poetic yet scientific writing, make this set a timeless treasure for birders, art collectors, and lovers of nature’s stillness.

• Vol. 1 (1968) & Vol. 2 (1970); Both books retain their original dust jackets, crisp interiors, and clean boards
• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Company, Boston
• Printed in Italy
• Format: Hardcover with illustrated dust jackets
• Dimensions: Approx. 12" H × 9" W each
• Condition: Excellent condition, with minimal wear, tight bindings, and no noted flaws
  

A study in stillness — where feathers, forest, and fine art converge. Perfect for the naturalist, the dreamer, or the collector of quiet obsessions.

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