Coventry a John (4 results)

Octavo, paperback,332 pp.,colour photographs, other illustrations, maps. WAS $50. Illustrated descriptions of the 123 native, introduced and vagrant reptile species in the state. 'Reptiles of Victoria' is the first regional guide to all reptiles known to occur in Victoria. It contains keys and illustrated descriptions to allow identification of the 123 native, introduced and vagrant reptile species and describes their biology, ecology, distributions and the habitats in which they live. It also indicates the level of risk that venomous snakes pose to humans and includes a brief section on first aid for snake bites. Natural history enthusiasts and professional and amateur herpetologists will find this an essential guide. This book is also a fitting tribute to the late John Coventry, curator of reptiles at the Museum of Victoria.…

70 pp including index, colour photographic plates, fine copy in photographic, limp wrappers.

Unframed Print. Condition: Very Good. A double sheet print, image area approx. 28 x 38 cms. The illustrations found in leading architectural journals of the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, such as The Builder, Building News, and The Architect are masterpieces of visual craftsmanship. These illustrations capture the elegance, intricacy, and stylistic flair of the period's architecture. Rich in ornamental detail and atmospheric depth, they reflect not only the buildings themselves but the artistic sensibilities and design discourse of their age. THIS IS AN ORIGINAL PAGE FROM THE JOURNAL, PRINTED AT THE DATE SHOWN IN THE TITLE, NOT A REPRINT OR COPY. Category: Builder & Building News; PRINTS : Buildings & Places; Unframed Prints : Old. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost. Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.…

Super octavo, illus light card covers, white & yellow lettering to spine, viii + 323pp, illus/photos, VG+ (light chafing & curling to covers/edges, sl soiling to page edges).