The Insect Hunters, and Other Poems
Language: English
Published by John Van Voorst, 1861
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: Ken Spelman Books Ltd (ABA, ILAB, PBFA)., York, United KingdomKen Spelman Books Ltd (ABA, ILAB, PBFA).
AbeBooks seller since August 2, 1997
Condition: Used - Very good
US$ 130.85
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NEWMAN, Edward. The Insect Hunters, and Other Poems. Second edition. xvi, 108, [4]pp adverts., half-title. A very good clean copy bound in original gilt decorated dark red cloth. Spine sunned. Inscribed on the half-title, “Charles Prince, with the author’s compliments.” Scarce. 8vo. London: John Van Voorst. [1861]. ~ Throughout his life Newman devoted his leisure to scientific study, and became intimate with some of the leading London naturalists. In 1826 he was one of the four founders of the Entomological Club, and became editor of the journal which was started in 1832, contributing fifteen out of the sixty-three articles in the first volume, besides notices of books.
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- The Insect Hunters, and Other Poems
- Author
- NEWMAN, Edward.
- Publisher
- John Van Voorst
- Publication year
- 1861
- Condition
- Very Good
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- Seller catalogs
- Natural History, Rare & Antiquarian
Ken Spelman Books Ltd (ABA, ILAB, PBFA).
York, United Kingdom
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Fine, Rare and Antiquarian as well as Academic Books on a very wide range of subjects, particularly Art, Architecture, Design, Landscape Gardening, Aesthetics, Manuscripts, The Grand Tour,and 18th century Literature & History. Established 1948. Member of ABA, ILAB and PBFA. Owner: Tony & Nicki Fothergill “Note for US Buyers: From August 29, 2025, all UK-origin shipments to the United States are subject to customs processing. Printed books remain duty-free under US law, but some states may charge sales tax or handling fees on delivery. Ephemera and posters are also usually exempt when properly classified. Please be aware that delivery times may be slightly longer due to customs."…
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Ken Spelman Books Ltd (ABA, ILAB, PBFA).
United Kingdom
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