Osborne Editions International, Auckland, 1991. No 217 of a limited edition of 2000. Signed by the author. In reality only about 1000 were actually ever printed and bound, making this a much scarcer title than the 2000 print run would suggest. Green three quarter leather with gilt stripes and green suede boards. Gilt page edges. Comes in a polystyrene box which is embossed with the book's title. Some spotting to the first page. Separate signed and numbered print of the Whooping Crane is enclosed.
An exquisite and collectible book full of of lavish and bold paintings, published in partnership with the International Council for Bird Preservation in Cambridge, this book is considered highly collectable for very good reason. Every aspect of its binding and reproduction is perfect, with the striking colours of the paintings as bright as the originals.