An Introduction to the Study of Conchology: Including Observations on the Linnaean Genera, and on the Arrangement of M. Lamarck; a Glossary, and a Table of English Names.

BROOKES (Samuel)

Published by London: Printed for John and Arthur Arch, 1815

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First edition, 4to (310 x 225 mm), vii, [1], 164pp., 9 fine hand-coloured engravings plates depicting 128 species of shells, 2 further engraved plates, 2 presentation inscriptions in ink on front-free endpaper, blank upper corner of final leaf repaired, marbled endpapers, contemporary diced russia, rubbed, rebacked, spine gilt. A wide margin copy with the plates clean and beautifully hand-coloured. Nissen, 599. Seller Inventory # 36722

Bibliographic Details

Title: An Introduction to the Study of Conchology: ...

Publisher: London: Printed for John and Arthur Arch

Publication Date: 1815

Binding: Hardcover

Edition: 1st Edition