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Illustrations of Eating: Displaying the Omnivorous Character of Man and Exhibiting the Natives of Various Countries at Feeding Time
Published by Grant Dahlstrom, Pasadena, 1971
Seller: Wm Burgett Bks and Collectibles, San diego, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Limited Edition. One of a limited edition of 250 copies. Very good hard cover. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.
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Illustrations of Eating; Displaying the Omnivorous Character of Man; And Exhibiting the Natives of Various Countries at Feeding Time
Published by John Russell Smith, London, 1847
Seller: Rooke Books PBFA, Bath, United Kingdom
Association Member: PBFA
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition
US$ 380.46
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Add to basketCloth. Condition: Near Fine. Not Stated (illustrator). First edition. The vanishingly scarce first edition of this satirical and informative exploration of global eating habits, charmingly illustrated with amusing vignettes. A very scarce first edition.George Vasey, a writer of miscellanies, presents a series of vignettes that depict the diverse dietary practices of different cultures, ranging from the austere meals of American Indians to the elaborate feasts of French cuisine.With charming vignette illustrations throughout.Rebound, with endpapers renewed. Former owner's inscription to title page head.The book combines anthropological observations with humour, aiming to entertain and educate readers about the omnivorous nature of humans. Rebound in cloth backed boards, with endpapers renewed. Externally, fine. Internally, firmly bound. Inscription to title page head. Pages a touch age toned to perimeters, otherwise clean and bright. Near Fine. book.
