The Hebrides. New Naturalist No. 76.First edition by Boyd, J. M. & Boyd, I. L - 1990

London: Collins, 1990. First edition, 1990. Hardback. 416pp. Dust jacket in a protective sleeve. The Hebrides is an area of great natural beauty, which draws back thousands of visitors year after year to its wonderful scenery and abundant wildlife. In a style that is both readable and informative Drs J. M. and I. L. Boyd cover every aspect of the islands. Beginning with a clear explanation of the geology, climate and hydrography, they move on to a fascinating description of the many varied habitats, from the sea and inland waters through to woodlands and moor and hill. Part II of the book deals with the characteristics of individual islands and their species; Part II discussed the islands in the context of their relation to people - starting with the old naturalists, and ending on a more topical note with the current interest in conservation. Foreword by HRH Prince Philip. 21 colour photographs, over 150 photographs in black & white. Jacket design by Robert Gillmor. Book in fine condition and with an unread feel. Slight vertical crease to spine. Tiny mark to pp93/94. Dust jacket near fine. Unclipped. Very small and faint creases to upper corners of flaps at folds. Extremely slight creasing to top edges of flaps. Just a very slight touch of fade to the blue on the spine and to the butterscotch colour of the heads of the gannets on the spine.