Useful Knowledge: Or a Familiar Account of the Various Productions of Nature, Mineral, Vegetable, and Animal [Three volumes]

Second Edition, with considerable alterations and additions. Hardcover. Previously owned by Oliver Sacks. Lovely set, tender care. 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. Cracked and split front joints, shaken, and heavily chipped, loose/exposed spine supers, with some loss, and a few torn leaves. Moderately shelf worn, toned, bumped corners, and discoloration to edges, else clean. Bound quarter dark green calf over marbled boards, (worn) gilt lettered. 8vo. Vol.I: Minerals: viii, [1], 2 - 280, 1 blank pp. Engraved frontispiece, 3 engraved plates. Vol II: Vegetables: iv, [1], 2 - 291 pp. Engraved frontispiece, 6 engraved plates. Vol III: Animals: iv, [1], 2 - 265, [1] (advertisements) pp. Engraved frontispiece, 4 engraved plates. Second Edition, with considerable alterations and additions.