Bernard Germain Cepede (405 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Volumes 8, 9, and 10 bound together. Italian language text. Leather spine with marbled boards, cover shows minor wear, rubbing, and bumped edges. Pages are lightly tanned with minor scattered foxing.

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive portrayal of the world of oviparous quadrupeds and serpents. The author delves into the fascinating realm of these creatures, exploring their diverse anatomies, captivating behaviors, and intriguing habitats. With meticulous descriptions and insightful observations, the author unveils the intricate lives of these reptiles, highlighting their unique adaptations and survival strategies. This thorough examination contributes significantly to our understanding of the natural world and the delicate balance that exists within ecosystems. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 428 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the origina.

Condition: New. KlappentextrnrnThis is a reproduction of the original artefact. Generally these books are created from careful scans of the original. This allows us to preserve the book accurately and present it in the way the author intended. Since the origina.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of quadrupeds that lay eggs, examining their unique characteristics and behaviors. The author delves into the intriguing natural history of these animals, situating them within the broader context of vertebrate diversity. By examining their anatomy, physiology, and ecology, the book sheds light on the evolutionary relationships and adaptations of these fascinating creatures. The author also explores the cultural and historical significance of quadrupeds, revealing their importance in human societies throughout time. Through detailed descriptions and engaging anecdotes, this book offers a captivating and informative journey into the captivating world of these remarkable animals. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 762 | Sprache: Französisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is the first in a series comprehensively detailing all known species of oviparous, or egg-laying, quadrupeds. The author's detailed examination of hundreds of both living and preserved specimens has illuminated many previously unknown details of these animals. The author presents five main categories to classify the oviparous quadrupeds, based on shared physical attributes and habitat, with turtles being the first. This book draws numerous comparisons between oviparous quadrupeds, viviparous quadrupeds, birds, fish, and amphibians, and includes descriptions of each species known to the author, along with details of their behavior, size, and appearance. The author has categorized species based on sharedphysical attributes and habitat, including a detailed comparison of size between crocodiles found in the New World and Old World. This book also includes notes from numerous other naturalists and scientists, expanding the depth of knowledge available in the work. The author's observations on the physical structure and habits of these creatures, as well as the causes and effects of their hibernation, make this book an excellent resource for both casual readers and serious naturalists alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

0. erster Band zweite Abteilung, 8°, S. 519-992, 8 Kupfertafeln, Fraktur, marmorierter Pappband mit fbg. Rückentitel, Grünschnitt, Einband beriebenu.bestoßen, rotfarg. Besitzervermerk auf Vorsatz, sonst sauber und sammelwürdiges Exemplar Sprache: Deutsch 0,550 gr. marmorierter Pappband mit fbg. Rückentitel, Grünschnitt. …

Leather. Condition: Very Good. First edition. The first English edition of Lacepede"s influential continuation of Buffon, in four illustrated volumes devoted to reptiles and amphibians, illustrated with forty-seven copper-plate engravings. In uniform half calf bindings with marbled paper boards, rebacked with modern calf. The first English edition and first English translation of Lacepede"s Histoire naturelle des quadrupedes ovipares et des serpens, originally published in French in 1788-1789. The edition was issued with forty-eight copper-engraved plates depicting reptiles and amphibians. This copy contains forty-seven plates, with plate 6 to volume II not bound in. Collated. Translated by Robert Kerr and issued as volumes XIX-XXII of Buffon"s Natural History. A comprehensive four-volume study of reptiles and amphibians, arranged and published from the papers and collections of the Comte de Buffon. Bernard Germain de Lacepede (1756-1825) was a French naturalist, zoologist and politician who continued Buffon"s monumental Histoire naturelle. He later served as a professor at the Museum national d"Histoire naturelle. A substantial early English contribution to herpetology, bringing Lacepede"s influential continuation of Buffon to a wider English readership. In uniform half calf bindings with marbled paper boards, rebacked with modern calf. Externally, generally smart. Light rubbing and bumping to the extremities, with scuffing and surface loss to the marbled paper boards, heavier to the edges and corners. Internally, generally firmly bound. Bindings tight following rebacking, volumes resistant to lying flat. Leaves frequently uncut and unevenly trimmed. Pages generally bright if age-toned, with scattered spotting, soiling and occasional marginal marks, more pronounced to first and final few leaves. Early ownership inscriptions to the heads of the title pages, dated 1823. Tide marking to upper margins of the odd gathering in vols III and IV, frequently to plates. Closed tear to margin and gutter of b4 if vol II, slightly affecting text. Very Good. None Stated (illustrator). book. …

Leather. Condition: Very Good. An early edition of La Cepede's richly illustrated and very scarce study of cetaceans. In the original French.Illustrated with sixteen engraved plates across the two volumes. Collated, complete.Published in the same year as the single volume first edition. Very scarce in all early editions.With each volume retaining the original half title.A richly illustrated study of cetaceans by French naturalist and freemason Count de Lacepede, who was chosen by naturalist Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffo to be his successor, and continue his series 'Histoire Naturelle'. In full calf bindings, with gilt detailing to spines. Rubbing to back strip heads and tails, board perimeters, and joints. Minor loss of leather to rear board of volume I. Library stamps to title pages, with small library markings to versos of front free endpapers. Internally, firmly bound. Pages clean and bright. Very Good. Not Stated (illustrator). book.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1801 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 26 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 26 La Cépède, M. le comte de (Bernard Germain Etienne de La Ville sur Illon), 1756-1825.…