Eleazar Albin was an English naturalist and watercolourist, renowned for his richly illustrated natural history books. His works capture the beauty and intricacy of insects and birds with remarkable precision and artistic flair. Albin's contributions firmly established him as one of the great entomological illustrators of the 18th century, whose detailed and vibrant depictions of the natural world continue to captivate readers and researchers alike.
This beautiful two-volume set provides a stunning visual record of a wide variety of bird species. Eleazar Albin's copperplate engravings are accompanied by detailed observations and notes by William Derham, making this book a valuable resource for birdwatchers and naturalists alike.