1995 Scarce Anniversary Edition - A Selection of Neighbourly Birds of the New World (Canada) by Charles Van Sandwyk.

Author: Charles Van Sandwyk.
Title: A Selection of Neighbourly Birds of the New World (Canada).
Language: Text in English.
Publisher: North Vancouver, Charles Van Sandwyk Fine Arts, 1995. 10th Anniversary Edition. Printed offset (2000 copies).
Size: 6.5" X 5".
Pages: Unpaginated (25) pages.
Binding: Near fine and attractive original wrap-around paper cover hand-stitched binding (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Fine content (bright, tight, and clean - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with all the wonderful illustrations by Charles van Sandwyk.

Estimate: (USD 350 - USD 500)

The book: Attractive and scarce 10th anniversary edition of this wonderful collection of illustrations about different birds seen in Canada: Robin, wren, warbler, crow, heron, and pelican, based on the earlier edition but with ten new wonderful color illustrations.

The author: Charles Van Sandwyk is a Canadian artist and author known for his whimsical illustrations and intricate, hand-crafted books. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1966, he moved to Vancouver, Canada at a young age. Influenced by the classic illustrators of the early 20th century, Van Sandwyk's works evoke a sense of nostalgia and enchantment, often featuring animals, fairies, and other fantastical subjects. Over the years, he has gained significant acclaim for his artistry, with his works being collected and admired internationally. Apart from his own titles, van Sandwyk has also illustrated editions for well-known authors, notably for the Folio Society. He splits his time between British Columbia and a remote Fijian island, where the tranquillity of his surroundings deeply influences his art.