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RUSTIC ADORNMENTS
FOR HOMES OF TASTE,
AND RECREATIONS FOR TOWN FOLK IN THE STUDY AND
IMITATION OF NATURE.
By SHIRLEY HIBBERD.
“ The work is in itself almost as pleasant an object of contemplation as the thing it treats of.”—John Bull.
“ The work is got up in good style, has many well-executed engravings and coloured plates, and forms a suitable book for the drawing-room table.”—Civil Engineer and Architect’s Journal.
“ Nothing could be more seasonable than this elegant book; it is beautifully illustrated, and, as a present to those whom we love or esteem, we do not know anything more appropriate.”—Cottage Gardener.
“ Aquariums, Ward’s Cases, Aviaries, Fernery, Bees, Rockwork, Garden Scenery, Fountains—in fact, everything delightful, will be found in this tasteful volume. The matter and manner of the work coincide happily, and each in turn well illustrates the other.”—Naturalist.
“ Here is a book which we can honestly and cordially recommend to all lovers of nature, as treating, in a simple, pleasant way, of the Vivarium, Ward’s Cases, Aviary, and other rustic adornments. Mr. Hibberd’s book, let us add, is embellished with remarkable taste.”—Leader.
“ An extremely pretty volume, nicely illustrated. The most casual reader will find something to interest and aid him in cultivating his acquaintance with those portions of the animal and vegetable kingdoms which may keep his love of nature alive in the city. It is indeed no small privilege to find how much may be done, even in the crowded street, to keep us in communication with a plant, a bird, an inhabitant of the waters or the air. We hold such subjects of observation very precious; and the book which teaches us how to preserve them is much to be esteemed as a household friend,”—Gentleman’s Magazine.
