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Australian Nature Studies by J. A. Leach is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the study of Australian plant and animal life, written specifically to foster careful observation and curiosity about the natural world. Drawing on Leach's extensive experience as an educator, inspector of schools, and naturalist, the book is structured as a practical reference rather than a purely theoretical text, guiding readers through plant physiology, growth, reproduction, and ecology before progressing to insects, invertebrates, and other animal life. Clear explanations are supported by diagrams, experiments, and examples designed to encourage hands-on learning and an appreciation of Australia's distinctive flora and fauna.
First published earlier and revised through multiple editions, this 1943 Melbourne printing reflects the book's enduring value within Australian education and nature-study movements of the early twentieth century. Its balanced blend of scientific accuracy and plain language made it especially influential in schools, scouting, and amateur naturalist circles, while today it stands as an evocative record of how Australians were taught to engage with their environment. This book would appeal particularly to collectors of Australian natural history, educational texts, early environmental studies, and those interested in the history of science and schooling in Australia.
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Light wear and fading to covers and spine. Light pencil inscription as shown. Inside hinges split and covers wobbly but secure. Pages very clean and well presented. A nice copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
