The Variation of Animals and Plants under Domestication.

Darwin, Charles.

Published by John Murray, London, 1868

Condition: Fine Hardcover

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2 volumes octavo (23 cm). First issue points: 5 errata on 6 lines in Vol. I, and 9 errata on 7 lines in Vol. II. LACKS ADS, apparently discarded when bound by Henry Southeran. Bound in full tan polished calf, double-ruled in gilt; six-compartment spine tooled in blind and gilt, with black title labels. Marbled edges and endleaves. Ticket of Henry Southeran. A very handsome set! Darwin's sequel to the Origin of Species, including his first use of the term "survival of the fittest," and his much-admired essay on pigeons. Seller Inventory # 6645

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Title: The Variation of Animals and Plants under ...

Publisher: John Murray, London

Publication Date: 1868

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine

Edition: First edition.

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