The Living Forest: A World of Animals
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Rien Poortvliet
Product Specs:
- File Type: PDF
- File Size: 21.6 MB
- Book Language: English
- Total Page Count: 168
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The Living Forest: A World of Animals
Welcome to The Living Forest, a digital edition of Rien Poortvliet’s classic illustrated study of forest wildlife. This PDF download gives you instant access to the artist’s detailed observations and paintings of animals in their natural habitat.
Within this digital book, Poortvliet combines natural history with personal commentary. The Living Forest brings together more than a hundred full-color illustrations and essays drawn from a lifetime of watching wild creatures.
Book Overview
The Living Forest: A World of Animals is an illustrated natural history by Dutch artist Rien Poortvliet (1932–1995). It is presented here as a digital PDF edition.
The book examines the customs, habitats, physical features, and mating habits of forest animals including boars, foxes, deer, rabbits, partridges, pheasants, and ducks. Written with wit and affection, it reflects Poortvliet’s belief in careful observation and his respect for the fragile beauty of nature. Robert Elman, Wildlife Editor of Outdoor Life magazine, contributed an introduction.
What You’ll Discover Inside
- More than 160 pages of illustrations, with 139 in full color.
- Detailed studies of boars, deer, foxes, rabbits, partridges, pheasants, and ducks.
- Essays and captions on animal behavior, habitats, and physical features.
- An introduction by Robert Elman reflecting on Poortvliet’s working methods.
- Warm, unsentimental observations of both the beauty and the harsh realities of forest life.
Why This Book Matters
The Living Forest stands in a long tradition of artist-naturalists. Poortvliet is remembered as the illustrator of the best-selling Gnomes, but his own wildlife books earned him a devoted following. This volume shows his skill as a draftsman and colorist, and it remains a valuable reference for anyone interested in wildlife art, natural history, or the Dutch countryside.
Book Details
| Author | Rien Poortvliet |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Rien Poortvliet |
| Introduction | Robert Elman |
| Translator | Marlies Comjean |
| Publisher | Harry N. Abrams, Inc. |
| Publication Date | January 1, 1979 |
| Language | English |
| Format | |
| File Size | 21.6 MB |
| Pages | 168 |
| Print Length | 160 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0810909111 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0810909113 |
| Illustrations | 160 pages, 139 in full color |
| Dimensions | 12.1 x 8.4 x 0.8 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.08 pounds |
| Customer Rating | 4.7 out of 5 stars, 71 ratings |
Device Compatibility
This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. Access is available immediately after purchase. The PDF can be read on tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and compatible reading apps, including Kindle apps.
FAQ
How do I get the book after purchase? A download link is provided immediately after checkout.
Will a physical copy be shipped? No. This product is a digital file only.
Can I read it on my tablet or phone? Yes. The PDF works with common reading apps and devices.
Download The Living Forest today and enjoy a classic portrait of forest wildlife, ready to read wherever you go.
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