John Henry Gurney Passion for Birds

John Henry Gurney Passion for Birds

by Clive Slater, Peter Mundy, Raymond Williams PhD

2026

Discover the captivating life of John Henry Gurney, a Victorian banker whose immense wealth fueled an extraordinary obsession with birds of prey. This biography delves into his ambitious quest to amass a global collection for the Norfolk and Norwich Museum, a pursuit that endured personal tragedy and professional challenges. Explore his groundbreaking contributions to ornithology and the lasting impact of his discoveries on our understanding of raptors and African avifauna.

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