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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines the history of testaceology, the scientific study of mollusks. It traces the development of this branch of zoology from its origins in ancient Greece to the early 18th century. The author provides detailed accounts of the work of key figures in the field, including Aristotle, Pliny, and Linnaeus, and discusses the various systems of classification that have been proposed over time. The book also includes a wealth of illustrations, including many of the first images of mollusks ever published. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of natural history, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the development of our understanding of the natural world. 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.

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Folio. (15 1/8 x 9 1/2 inches). Text in two columns. iv, 110pp. [errors in pagination to pp. 53-68 corrected with printed overslips at a contemporary date]. Engraved portrait, 24 engraved plates on 13 sheets. Contemporary half calf over marbled paper covered boards, flat spine tooled and lettered in gilt, marbled endpapers (expert repair at bottom of spine) Provenance: Dawson Turner (inscribed by Rackett on the title and with an additional inscription on the endpaper concerning publication) Inscribed copy of the first illustrated edition of a rare catalogue of British birds, plants and shells. Richard Pulteney received his doctorate in medicine from the University of Edinburgh in 1764, before serving as the personal physician to the Earl of Bath. Following the Earl's death, he resided and practiced in Blandford, Dorset. Besides membership in a host of medical societies, Pulteney was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, as well as a Fellow of the Linnean Society. Indeed, he was an early promoter of Linnaean taxonomy, and authored the first English biography of Linnaeus in 1781. His cabinet of specimens, noted particularly for its shells, was donated to the Linnean Society following his death in 1801. The first edition of 1799 was privately-published by Pulteney with few copies printed. An inscription in this copy by the editor of this new edition reveals that copies of the first edition were further destroyed by fire: "The first Impression of Dr. Pulteney's Catalogues was printed in 1801 [i.e. 1799], but never published, the whole having been destroyed by the fire, at Mr. Nichols's printing office [in 1808]. I have been enabled to make considerable additions in this second impression, from communication by various scientific friends, and from my own observations." Rackett's revised edition was the first to be illustrated, containing a portrait of Pulteney, a plate depicting 17 shells titled Melbury Fossils (engraved by J. Cary after Mary Foster), and 23 engraved plates of shells on 12 sheets. The plates numbered I-XXIII are new engravings of those by De Costa in his Historia Naturalis Testaeorum Britanniae, with several additions, depicting over 200 species. This copy with important provenance to Dawson Turner (1775-1858), a noted botanist, antiquary and Fellow of the Royal Society. Turner's scientific studies centered on cryptogamic plants and he formed large botanical collections, mainly of algae, which are preserved at Kew within the herbarium of his son-in-law and fellow botanist Hooker. BM(NH) IV:p. 1622; Pritzel 7367; Nissen, ZBI 3250.

Folio. (19 1/2 x 12 inches). Text in two columns. iv, 110pp. Engraved portrait, 24 engraved plates on 13 sheets. Uncut. Some foxing. Later cloth-backed grey paper boards. Large-paper issue of the first illustrated edition of a rare catalogue of British birds, plants and shells. Richard Pulteney received his doctorate in medicine from the University of Edinburgh in 1764, before serving as the personal physician to the Earl of Bath. Following the Earl's death, he resided and practiced in Blandford, Dorset. Besides membership in a host of medical societies, Pulteney was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, as well as a Fellow of the Linnean Society. Indeed, he was an early promoter of Linnaean taxonomy, and authored the first English biography of Linnaeus in 1781. His cabinet of specimens, noted particularly for its shells, was donated to the Linnean Society following his death in 1801. The first edition of 1799 was privately-published by Pulteney with few copies printed. An inscription in an extant copy by the editor of this new edition reveals that copies of the first edition were further destroyed by fire: "The first Impression of Dr. Pulteney's Catalogues was printed in 1801 [i.e. 1799], but never published, the whole having been destroyed by the fire, at Mr. Nichols's printing office [in 1808]. I have been enabled to make considerable additions in this second impression, from communication by various scientific friends, and from my own obervations." Rackett's revised edition was the first to be illustrated, containing a portrait of Pulteney, a plate depicting 17 shells titled Melbury Fossils (engraved by J. Cary after Mary Foster), and 23 engraved plates of shells on 12 sheets. The plates numbered I-XXIII are new engravings of those by De Costa in his Historia Naturalis Testaeorum Britanniae, with several additions, depicting over 200 species. The present copy is a very rare large-paper issue, printed on wove paper (the 1799 and regular issue of 1813 being on laid paper), with a variant title without imprint. This large-paper issue is not recorded by the usual bibliographies. BM(NH) IV:p. 1622; Pritzel 7367; Nissen, ZBI 3250.

Folio. (19 1/2 x 12 inches). Text in two columns. iv, 110pp. Engraved portrait, 24 engraved plates on 13 sheets. Uncut. Contemporary boards, expertly rebacked to style with period paper Large-paper issue of the first illustrated edition of a rare catalogue of British birds, plants and shells. Richard Pulteney received his doctorate in medicine from the University of Edinburgh in 1764, before serving as the personal physician to the Earl of Bath. Following the Earl's death, he resided and practiced in Blandford, Dorset. Besides membership in a host of medical societies, Pulteney was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society, as well as a Fellow of the Linnean Society. Indeed, he was an early promoter of Linnaean taxonomy, and authored the first English biography of Linnaeus in 1781. His cabinet of specimens, noted particularly for its shells, was donated to the Linnean Society following his death in 1801. The first edition of 1799 was privately-published by Pulteney with few copies printed. An inscription in an extant copy by the editor of this new edition reveals that copies of the first edition were further destroyed by fire: "The first Impression of Dr. Pulteney's Catalogues was printed in 1801 [i.e. 1799], but never published, the whole having been destroyed by the fire, at Mr. Nichols's printing office [in 1808]. I have been enabled to make considerable additions in this second impression, from communication by various scientific friends, and from my own observations." Rackett's revised edition was the first to be illustrated, containing a portrait of Pulteney, a plate depicting 17 shells titled Melbury Fossils (engraved by J. Cary after Mary Foster), and 23 engraved plates of shells on 12 sheets. The plates numbered I-XXIII are new engravings of those by De Costa in his Historia Naturalis Testaeorum Britanniae, with several additions, depicting over 200 species. The present copy is a very rare large-paper issue, printed on wove paper watermarked 1810 (the 1799 and regular issue of 1813 being on laid paper), with a variant title without imprint. This large-paper issue is not recorded by the usual bibliographies. BM(NH) IV:p. 1622; Pritzel 7367; Nissen, ZBI 3250.

A substantial, attractive, and rare illustration depicting an American bison. This exceedingly rare print was produced by pen lithography, a form of early-19th century lithographic printmaking achieved by drawing with lithographic ink on a limestone block. The name in the lower right edge of the sheet, "Revd. Mr Rackett," indicates that the print was very likely made by the Reverend Thomas Rackett (1755-1840). An English clergyman antiquary, Rackett's interests ranged widely, including botany, mineralogy, music, numismatics, and art. He served as executor of the estate of David Garrick and his wife, Eva Marie Garrick, and was a fellow of the Royal Society, the Society of Antiquaries of London, and the Linnean Society. According to the DICTIONARY OF NATIONAL BIOGRAPHY, Rackett learned how to draw from one of the preeminent landscape painters in England at the time, Paul Sandby. Though he served as the rector and lived at Spetisbury in Dorset for sixty years, Rackett spent much of his time in London. While in London, he pursued his antiquarian and scientific studies, and moved in the scientific and intellectual elite of his day. It was very likely in London where Rackett executed the present pen lithograph, and probably from an actual specimen. The date we suggest for this print, ca. 1821, coincides with an exhibition in London that year featuring an American bison, which took place at 287 Strand and was hosted by J.E. James. The animal was billed as "the Bonassus from the Appalachian Mountains of America." It is certainly feasible that Revered Rackett visited this exhibit, and produced the present pen lithograph. We have not been able to locate another example of this rare print. Presumably it was produced privately by Rackett, and in small numbers, for distribution among his friends and fellow scientists. Pen lithograph, printed on thick grey drawing paper, approximately 10¾ x 15 inches. Contemporary ink annotation at foot of sheet reading, "Rev'd. Mr. Rackett." Minor surface soiling to margins, a few tiny marginal repairs to verso. Very good. Untrimmed.

By Richard Pulteney (1730-1801). With additions; and a brief memoir of the author [by Thomas Rackett (1757-1841)]. Catalogues of the birds, shells, and some of the more rare plants of Dorsetshire. With additions; and a brief memoir of the author. Illustrated with plates. Printed by Nichols, Son, and Bentley. London 1813. Collation: pp. I-II, 1 leaf (1 engraved portrait: "Portrait of Richard Pulteney, M. D."), pp. III-IV, pp. 1-106, 1 leaf (1 engraved plate: "Melbury Fossils"), pp. 107-110, 12 leaves (with 23 engraved plates: "Twenty-three Plates of Shells"). The text pages are printed in double columns. Recent black half leather with leather corners and recent marbled endpapers. Gold embossed title on spine. Contemporary gilt edges on three sides. Folio (400 mm x 250 mm). Condition: In the second edition there were errors in the pagination of some copies, namely on pp. 53-68, which were corrected with printed overstickers. As a result, the leaves in question were occasionally glued together. Later, small holes appeared when these adhesions were removed. In the present work, this happened to 4 leaves (pp. 53/54, 57/58, 59/60 and 61/62). Apart from this minor defect, the volume, printed on high quality paper produced in 1810, is in very good condition. The portrait, usually mostly brown-stained, is of very fine condition in this copy. The plate leaves are also mostly in very good condition. Overall a very nice copy. - In contrast to the first edition from 1799 - which was not illustrated - this second, expanded edition, edited by Thomas Rackett, contains a portrait of Richard Pulteney engraved by John Basire, a plate ('Melbury Fossils') engraved by John Cary after Mary Foster with 17 illustrations of shells, and 23 plates ('Twenty-three Plates of Shells') engraved by Peter Mazell with about 372 (!) illustrations of shells on 12 leaves. This is a new edition of Emanuel Mendes da Costa's 'Historia naturalis testaceorum Britanniae' of 1778 with six additional plates (I, IV, V, XIII, XVIIII and XIX), omitting some of Da Costa's illustrations and inserting others appropriate to the locality of the subject. While the text deals with the three subjects mentioned, the plates show only shells and fossils. - Richard Pulteney appeared as a physician, botanist and malacologist. Among other things, he belonged to the Linné Society as well as the Royal Society of Edinburgh. He left his collection of shells and minerals as well as his herbarium to the Linné Society. The herbarium is now in the British Museum. - Neueres, schwarzes Halbleder mit Leder-Ecken sowie neueren marmorierten Vorsätzen. Rückentitel in Goldprägedruck. Dreiseitiger zeitgenössischer Goldschnitt. Folio (400 mm x 250 mm). - Zustand: Es gab in der zweiten Auflage bei einigen Exemplaren Fehler in der Paginierung, und zwar auf den S. 53-68, die mit gedruckten Überklebern korrigiert wurden. Dabei kam es in der Folge vereinzelt zu Verklebungen der betreffenden Blätter. Späterhin sind beim Lösen dieser Verklebungen kleine Löchlein entstanden. Bei dem vorliegenden Werk geschah dies bei 4 Blättern (S. 53/54, 57/58, 59/60 und 61/62). Von diesem kleinen Mangel abgesehen ist der auf hochwertigem Papier, das im Jahre 1810 hergestellt wurde, gedruckte Band von sehr guter Erhaltung. Das Porträt, das üblicherweise zumeist braunfleckig ist, ist in diesem Exemplar von sehr schöner Erhaltung. Auch die Tafelblätter sind überwiegend von sehr guter Erhaltung - lediglich bei zwei Tafeln sind stellenweise leichte Ausbesserungen vorgenommen worden. Insgesamt immer noch ein schönes Exemplar. - Die hier vorliegende zweite, erweiterte und von Thomas Rackett bearbeitete Ausgabe enthält im Gegensatz zur Erstausgabe aus dem Jahre 1799 - die nicht illustriert gewesen ist - ein von John Basire gestochenes Porträt Richard Pulteneys, eine von John Cary nach Mary Foster gestochene Tafel ("Melbury Fossils") mit 17 Abbildungen von Muscheln sowie 23 von Peter Mazell gestochenen Tafeln ("Twenty-three Plates of She.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 130 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.30 inches. This item is printed on demand.

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 lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1804. 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: : - 142, 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. 142 142.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1804. 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, Vol:- Volume 7, Pages:- 96, 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. Volume 7 96 96.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" 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 lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1807. 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, Vol:- Volume 8, Pages:- 234, 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. Volume 8 234 234.