The breeds of our different domestic animals / engraved from portraits painted from life by Howe.
Alternate Title(s):
British domestic animals
Published / Created:
Edinburgh : Printed by Ballantyne and Company, 1829-1831.
Physical Description:
3 pt. : col. ill. ; 45 x 55 cm.
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Books
Notes:
At head of title: National work, under the patronage of several members of the Highland Society of Scotland.
Contents:
Part first: Horses selected for strength, speed, and other properties, with an account of their pedigree, services, age, &c. &c. -- Part second: Cattle selected from different districts of Scotland as specimens of the various improved breeds, with remarks from practical farmers and men of science. -- Part third: Containing specimens of the Scots farm-horse, or sheep and cattle, selected from different districts of Scotland, with descriptions and practical remarks by farmers, and others, connected with the agricultural improvements of the country.