Hermon Bourne (6 results)
Published by Boston: Munroe and Francis 1833
- Hardcover
Seller: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, U.S.A.Books From California
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Scarce. 8vo. Rebound in blue cloth, red morocco label with title in gilt, new endpapers. 73 half-page hand-colored plates. Very light scattered foxing throughout. A beautiful copy of an early American botanical book.
More imagesPublished by Munroe and Francis/ Charles S. Francis, Boston & New York 1833
- First Edition
Seller: William Chrisant & Sons, ABAA, ILAB. IOBA, ABA, Ephemera Society, Fort Lauderdale, FL, U.S.A.William Chrisant & Sons, ABAA, ILAB. IOBA, ABA, Ephemera Society
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Condition: Very Good. Rebound in modern sage linen with 71 of 73 half-page handcolored botanical illustrations (lacking pages 59-62) throughout with descriptive text.Peripheral staining to first 73 pages. New endpapers. Toning & thumbing throughout. No previous owners' names or other defacements. A scarce early American botanica…l work with colored plates. 5.75 x 9.25 in (14.5 x 23.5 cm).
More imagesPublished by Boston & New York: Munroe and Francis & Charles S. Francis, 1833. 1833
Seller: William Reese Company, New York, NY, U.S.A.William Reese Company
Contact seller5-star sellerA treatise on botany, with interesting early American color plates. In the introduction, Bourne states that his purpose is to provide his readers with a text that includes a discussion of the scientific elements of plant botany that will also be accessible to the casual reader. The list that appears under the running title, "Ind…ex to Colored Flowers," is misleading. Though 124 plants are noted, many in the same class are represented by a single, general illustration. According to the titlepage, Bourne was editor of the LITERARY MAGAZINE. Not in Bennett or McGrath. An attractive, and rare, American botanical, with interesting and early color plates. OCLC 5226972. Later pebbled cloth boards and modern morocco backstrip, leather label. Corners worn. One signature moderately foxed (affecting four illustrations). Very good.
More imagesPublished by Munroe and Francis, Boston & New York 1833
- First Edition
Seller: William Chrisant & Sons, ABAA, ILAB. IOBA, ABA, Ephemera Society, Fort Lauderdale, FL, U.S.A.William Chrisant & Sons, ABAA, ILAB. IOBA, ABA, Ephemera Society
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Condition: Very Good. First Edition. Full green cloth with black label to spine. 73 half-page handcolored botanical illustrations throughout with descriptive text. Foxing to pages 23 to 37. Very occasional ghosting not affecting images. Wear to head and tail of spine. \ A scarce early American botanical with hand-colored plates.… 6 x 9.7 inches (15.2 x 24.6 cm).
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Seller: G.S. MacManus Co., ABAA, Bryn Mawr, PA, U.S.A.G.S. MacManus Co., ABAA
Contact seller5-star sellerBOURNE, Hermon. Flores Poetici. The Florist's Manual: Designed As An Introduction to Vegetable Physiology and Systematic Botany, for Cultivators of Flowers, With More than Eighty Beautifully Coloured Engravings of Poetic Flowers. Boston & New York: Munroe and Francis & Charles S. Francis, 1833. 288pp. including seventy-three han…dcolored engravings. Contemporary three quarter morocco and cloth, spine gilt. Boards rubbed, worn at hinges and extremities. Scattered foxing. Very good. A treatise on botany, with interesting early American color plates. In the introduction, Bourne states that his purpose is to provide his readers with a text that includes a discussion of the scientific elements of plant botany that will be accessible to the casual reader. The list that appears under the running title "Index to Colored Flowers" is misleading. Though 124 plants are noted, many in the same class are represented by a single, general illustration. Moreover, the "Index" includes the "interpretation" of each plant according to the language of flowers, though perhaps not the meanings most familiar to us now: Shakespeare's Ophelia says "And there is pansies, that's for thoughts" (IV.v.3054) but Bourne claims pansies are for "pleasing remembrance" - which is what Ophelia says about rosemary. According to the title page, Bourne was editor of the LITERARY MAGAZINE. Otherwise, Bourne has proved difficult to trace; one auction record for the Manual gives his life dates as 1800-1852. An attractive, and rare, American botanical. Not in Bennett or McGrath.
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, , IndiaGyan Books Pvt. Ltd.
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine l…ends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1833. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 308, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 308 308.
