Vernon E Bowen (4 results)

Soft Cover/Stapled. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: None as Issued. Reprint of 1978. BRAND NEW Copy. Excellent guide to systematic study of insects preceded by an exposition on Economic Entomology addressing issues of beneficial/harmful insects and biological/chemical methods of control. Text proper, supported by scientific drawings, are: 1, What is Entomology?; 2, How to Collect & Preserve Insects; 3, Equipment You Will Need; 4, Life History of Insects; 5, Identification of Insects by Order; 6, Key to Order of Insects; 7, Exhibitions; 8, Demostrations; 9, Imbedding a Dry Opaque Specimen; and, 10, References. Outstanding feature is explanation of Latin terms, for example, the order Orthoptera (encompassing crickets, grasshoppers, roaches, walking sticks, etc.) means "straight plus wings." Excellent reference/resouce. Sue Michel (Illustrator) (illustrator). …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Published by State of California, Department of Natural Resourc, 1951. Octavo. Paperback. Book is very good. No dust jacket. Previous owner name on pastedown.

Softcover. Condition: Very Good. A highly regarded reference work on one of history's most iconic military decorations, this book explores the development and variations of the Iron Cross from its Prussian origins onward. Richly illustrated and detailed, it's an essential resource for collectors and military history enthusiasts alike. Combining Volume I and Volume II in one large-format work, it is presented in a practical spiral-bound format for easy reference. A special highlight is the author's signature, adding extra collectible value. Text in English. 395 pp. The front cover shows slight creasing. Signed.…

4°, Broschiert. Condition: Sehr gut. First Edition .. 336 Seiten : mit Abbildungen : Vom Autor signiertes Exemplar der First Edition; insgesamt sehr gut erhalten, lediglich eine Seite mit Reparatur / Hinterlegung B02-02-02A Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 1182.