Fabre's Book of Insects. Retold from Alexander Teixeirs De Mottos' Translation of Fabre's Souvenirs Entomologiques
Published by Tudor Publishing Company, New York, 1936
- Hardcover
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Seller: Lux Mentis, Booksellers, ABAA/ILAB, Portland, ME, U.S.A.Lux Mentis, Booksellers, ABAA/ILAB
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New Edition (Third Printing). Hardcover [Slipcase]. Fabre's Book of Insects is a retelling of Alexander Teixeira de Mattos' translation of Jean-Henri Fabre's Souvenirs entomologique, a project that Matto considered his greatest achievement. Fabre's work is a series of texts on insects and arachnids. It talks about insects in real life, mythology and folklore. He influenced the later writings of Charles Darwin, who called Fabre "an inimitable observer". Inscription to Oliver Sacks at ffep. Uncommon in original box. From the library of Dr. Oliver Sacks, the renowned neurologist, author, and educator. He was, in his life, celebrated for his contributions to the understanding of the human brain and his ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broader audience. In doing so, he highlighted the profound impact of neurological disorders on human identity and experience. His library is a reflection of this remarkable polymath's questing mind. Minor shelfwear to dj, toning, and creasing, closed tears. Green cloth with a gilt scarab cover design and spine lettering, housed in paper covered illustrated slipcase. Large 8vo. [14], 271pp. Illus. (frontispiece and 11 full color tipped in plates).…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- Fabre's Book of Insects. Retold from Alexander Teixeirs De Mottos' Translation of Fabre's Souvenirs Entomologiques
- Author
- Fabre, Jean-Henri; Mrs. Rodolph Stawell, translator; E.J. Detmold, illustrator; Teixeira de Mattos
- Publisher
- Tudor Publishing Company, New York
- Publication year
- 1936
- Condition
- Very Good in Good Dustjacket
- Dust jacket
- dj
- Binding
- Hardcover [Slipcase]
- Edition
- New Edition (Third Printing).
- Seller catalogs
- Oliver Sacks_Inscribed
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Lux Mentis specializes in fine first editions and rarities, books that have been treasured and will continue to be treasured. Whatever your interests - Americana, fiction, film, children's books, art, travel, or the history of ideas - Lux Mentis provides a diverse selection. Lux Mentis offers a range of client services. We will appraise your current collection, or help you to build or extend your personal library. Every bit as importantly, we are experts at helping to find the perfect gift. We are actively seeking to acquire fine books and entire libraries, and will readily place items on consignment if and when you decide to sell. At Lux Mentis we offer careful research, an unusual inventory, individualized service, and an expert staff. If you don't find exactly what you are looking for on the web site, contact us and we will do our best to assist you with your individual needs.…
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