London, Victor Gollancz Ltd., 1936. 1st Edition 4to 270 x 205mm. 142pp illustrated throughout with 73 b/w engravings on wood by Agnes Miller Parker. Hardcover in original red cloth bindings and in near fine condition. No dust jacket. Cloth a little frayed to top of spine otherwise no markings or faults. Bates has an eye for every detail describing the sights and sounds of the countryside and the endless variety of plants and animals as each emerges in turn with the changing seasons. Bookseller Inventory # 001823

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