Fairies of the Plateau – Black-Necked Cranes No ownership marks and no

No ownership marks and no signs of use

so the complete set in seven volumes in near fine condition is quite rare indeed

He made numerous geological observations including the idea that the Great Lakes were the remnant of a vast in inland sea

From the series: Iowa Geological Society

Fairies of the Plateau – Black-Necked Cranes No ownership marks and noPp. 230; 400+ color photos of black necked cranes and their environs. Publishers original black cloth, with embossed title on the front cover, color pictorial dust jacket, oblong 4to. Known as the "fairies of the plateau," black necked cranes are regarded as sacred symbols of wisdom, purity, good fortune, and longevity in Chinese culture. These rare birds, with their elegant long legs and striking black and white feathers, gracefully roam the