This stunning collection of illustrations and descriptions of North American mammals is a testament to the extraordinary talents of John James Audubon, one of the most celebrated naturalists and artists of the 19th century. Written in collaboration with theologian and fellow naturalist John Bachman, The Quadrupeds of North America features more than 150 illustrations and detailed descriptions of each animal's habits, physical characteristics, and habitat. A must-read for anyone with an interest in natural history and the visual arts. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.