02266cam a22003133u 4500 49744 UtSlPG 20260610134137.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 SK Lydekker, Richard, 1849-1915 A Trip to Pilawin, the Deer-park of Count Joseph Potocki in Volhynia, Russia Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-08-20 Produced by Charlie Howard and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A Trip to Pilawin, the Deer-park of Count Joseph Potocki in Volhynia, Russia" by R. Lydekker is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed exploration of Count Potocki's efforts to establish a wildlife preserve for various species of deer and other big game in the region of Volhynia, emphasizing the naturalization and breeding of these animals in a setting reminiscent of their original habitats. The narrative recounts the author’s journey to the Pilawin preserve, describing the beauty and diversity of the forest, the challenges faced during his travels, and the numerous species of deer being introduced to the area, including elk, wapiti, and bison. Lydekker highlights the unique conditions within the preserve that promote the well-being of the animals, in addition to detailing his encounters with the wildlife amidst the stunning natural backdrop. The book not only serves as an account of Lydekker's visit but also as a testament to early conservation efforts, showcasing the importance of creating spaces for wildlife that mimic their natural environments. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Game reserves Pilawin (Volhynia, Ukraine) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49744 90582 90582