Biology
Subject
Subject Source: UK Archival Thesaurus
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
sub-subseries
Field notebooks, Apr. 1886 - Oct. 1887
sub-subseries
Reference Code: GBR/0012/MS Add.8634/A.57-A.63
Scope and Contents
Seven soft-bound pocket notebooks in Bateson's hand that he used for documenting his tour of 'the Steppe'. Some have original numbers on the covers which are given in the following descriptions. Entries are mostly in pencil, with occasional use of ink. The content is often exceptionally detailed, with general observations, accounts of incidents, and notes on flora and fauna (sometimes with sketches). A large proportion of the entries are dated.
Dates:
Apr. 1886 - Oct. 1887
Conditions Governing Access:
From the Fonds:
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