The Snowdonia National Park - William Condry 1969 (Preloved)

A definitive, masterfully observed exploration of one of Britain’s most iconic landscapes, written by one of Wales’s greatest naturalists.

Following the official designation of Snowdonia as a National Park in 1951, natural history writer and conservationist William Condry set out to capture the rich ecological tapestry of this expanded region. Broadening the scope beyond the high peaks of Caernarvonshire to encompass the heather moors of Merioneth, the dunes of Morfa Harlech, and the deep valleys of Cader Idris, this landmark volume presents the region as a living, interconnected ecosystem.

Condry expertly traces how ancient geology and climate shaped the soils, flora, and fauna of North Wales. From rare arctic-alpine plants like the Snowdon lily to elusive mammals and birds of prey—including polecats, pine martens, choughs, and peregrines—The Snowdonia National Park pairs rigorous scientific observation with a deep, personal passion for conservation.

First published in the prestigious New Naturalist series and later released in Fontana paperback, Condry’s work remains an essential milestone in British natural history literature—an indispensible guide for ramblers, field naturalists, and lovers of the Welsh countryside.

• The Fontana New Naturalist, Harper Collins Distribution Services 1969
• English language
• Paperback 320 pages

Condition: very good: minimal scuffs, some age related marks and foxing inside