DONOVAN, Edward (1768-1837). The Natural History of British Birds. London: for the Author, 1794-1819. 10 original parts, 8° (247 x 155mm). Half titles in parts 7 - 10, 244 hand-coloured engraved plates by Edward Donovan (a few isolated spots). Original brown paper-backed boards, printed spine labels with each vol. number written in manuscript (corners bumped). FIRST EDITION. Mullens & Swann p.173; Nissen IVB 257; Sitwell Fine Bird Books 1700-1900 p.91; Wood p.322; Zimmer I, 175. Because of uncertain collation of the original parts (see Mullens & Swann) this set is sold not subject to return. (10)