The Great Auk: a Record of Sales of Birds and Eggs by Public Auction in Great Britain, 1806-1910: With Historical and Descriptive Notes ... (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781020521140)

The Great Auk: A Record of Sales of Birds and Eggs by Public Auction in Great Britain, 1806-1910, with Historical and Descriptive Notes is a comprehensive reference work on the extinct bird species known as the Great Auk. Compiled by the Royal College of Surgeons of England and edited by Thomas Parkin, this book provides a detailed account of the trade in Great Auk specimens during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Whether you're a bird enthusiast or a student of natural history, this book is an essential resource.

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