DAWN, DUSK AND DEER. By Arthur Cadman, Deputy Surveyor of the New Forest.

(1966) 1989 2nd edition. 8vo (160 x 240mm). Pp138. B/w illustrations by C.F. Tunnicliffe, bibliography. Blue boards, spine titled in black.

"The author, who is Deputy Surveyor of the New forest, is a forester, a naturalist and an authority on this country. He naturally knows the Roe, Fallow, Red and Sika deer of his own forest area intimately, but he has also studied (and stalked) deer in Scotland and elsewhere". The author introduces the reader to the natural history and habits of the British deer species, punctuating his description with accounts of his own experiences. Good illustrations by C.F. Tunnicliffe. This edition includes a brief new introduction by the author. Chapters include: The first day of summer; 'Sit still, look long and hold yourself quiet'; Some deer facts; Roses and runner beans; The rut; Control - theory; Control - practice; Tales of visitors' deer; The great white buck of Burley; Odd sorties and luck; First stag; The ravens; Close proximity.