A Second Ladybird Book of British Birds and Their Nests by B. Vesey-Fitzgerald, Illustrated by A.W. Seaby (1954)

Author:
B. Vesey-Fitzgerald
Illustrator: A.W. Seaby

Publisher:
Wills & Hepworth Ltd. / Ladybird Books

Format:
Hardcover (Ladybird Senior, no dust jacket)

Edition Details:
First published 1954; this copy features matt buff boards (plain rear), monochrome illustrated upper board, open-winged endpapers, and a blue open-winged ladybird device on the verso of the title page.

Pages:
Unnumbered (typical of Ladybird books), illustrated in colour

Condition:
Good – bumping to top and bottom of spine, edge and cover wear with some chipping. Several words circled within the text. A well-loved vintage copy with all pages intact.

Description:
This charming mid-century volume is the follow-up to the original Ladybird Book of British Birds and Their Nests. Written by naturalist B. Vesey-Fitzgerald and illustrated by the celebrated artist A.W. Seaby, this title introduces children to more native birds of the British Isles, with full-page colour illustrations, simple descriptions, and nesting habits.

Published as part of the Ladybird Senior series in 1954, this edition exemplifies classic educational publishing from the era and remains a nostalgic and informative read.

Why You’ll Love It:
A delightful collector’s piece with iconic illustrations and a gentle, educational tone. Whether you’re a fan of vintage Ladybird books, a bird enthusiast, or simply treasure nature books from your childhood, this edition is a lovely find.