The Natural History of Carolina Florida + the Bahama Islands, Containing the Figures of birds Beasts Fishes Serpents Insects + Plants, Vol. Two, 2, II (Illustrated of Observed Wildlife + Habitats)
by Mark Catesby, 1683 to 1749; Revised By Mr. Edwards of Royal College of Physicians. TEXT IS IN BOTH ENGLISH + FRENCH, INGLAIS + FRANCAIS (Volume 2, only)
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London,Charles Marsh + Thomas Wilcox and Benjamin Stichall (1754), undated modern reprint LAR. Very Good/No Dust Jacket. Animal Species / Traits / Atributes / History. Full Color Illustrations. 260 pages. Volume 2 only. Clean and unmarked pages. Privately published, exact text and illustrations reproduced in brilliant color. About 8" x 12.75" tome. Text is in both English and French. Simply a wonderful edition of Catesby's work in natural habitats of during early exploration of the United States. Library Archive Services, undated, modern. ~~ The complete title page reads: The complete title page reads: The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands : Containing the Figures of Birds, Beasts, Fishes, Serpents, Insects and Plants : Particularly the Forest Trees, Shrubs, and other Plants, not hitherto described, Together with their Descriptions in English and French. To which are added, Observations on the Air, Soil and Waters : With Remarks upon Agriculture, Grain, Pulse, Roots, etc. To the whole is prefixed a new and correct Map of the Countries treated of. By the Late Mark Catesby, F. R. S Revis'd by Mr. Edwards of the Royal College of Physicians, London. Vol. I / Histoire Naturelle de La Caroline, la Floride, and les Isles Bahama : Contenant les Desseins Des Oiseaux, Animaux, Poissons, Serpents, Insectes and Plantes. Et en particulier des Arbres de Forets Arbrisseaux and autres Plantes, qui n'ont point ete decrits jusques a present par les auteurs ou peu exactement deffines. Avec leur Descriptions in Francois and en Anglois. A qui on a adjoute, Des Observations sur l'Air, le Sol, and les Eaux, avec des Remarques sur l'Agriculture, les Grains, les Legumes, les Racines, etc. Le tout est precede d'un Carte noubelle and exacte des Pais dont ils s'agist. Par le Feu Marc Catesby, de la Society Royale. Et reveu par Monsieur Edwards, Du college Royale des Medecins de Londres : Tome II. ~~ Paperback : soft cover edition in vert good clean condition, a typical slightly used book with some slight wear to edges and spine. Firmly readable. As expected with used books, there may be some minor bumping, marks, and/or scuffs. Overall a lovely copy of this special edition. Volume I (Volume 2 is available, sold separately). We appreciate your consideration of one of our books, art prints or novelty items. We strive to offer fast, courteous and professional service to all our patrons. Reading is one of life's great pleasures. Please inquire for further details, our items arrive shrink wrapped and well packed. ~ Thank you for viewing and stopping by. (photos available).
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- The Natural History of Carolina Florida + the Bahama Islands, Containing the Figures of birds Beasts Fishes Serpents Insects + Plants, Vol. Two, 2, II (Illustrated of Observed Wildlife + Habitats)
- Author
- Mark Catesby, 1683 to 1749; Revised By Mr. Edwards of Royal College of Physicians. TEXT IS IN BOTH ENGLISH + FRENCH, INGLAIS + FRANCAIS (Volume 2, only)
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- Full Color Illustrations
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- London,Charles Marsh + Thomas Wilcox and Benjamin Stichall (1754), undated modern reprint LAR
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- Animal Species / Traits / Atribu
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- Flora Fauna complete title page reads: The Natural History of Carolina, Florida and the Bahama Islands : Containing the Figures of Birds, Beasts, Fishes, Serpents, Insects and Plants : Particularly the Forest Trees, Shrubs, and other Plants, not hitherto
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-- At eBay since 2005.
We are: Great Pacific Books &
Max Rainet at Ebay https://www.ebay.com/str/Max-Rainet
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Shop/Office is open Tues + Thur : 10am to 2:30pm. PST/California.
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-- Or personal checks by mail for books.
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