Examines the efforts over the centuries of scholars and science aficionados alike to conceive, document, describe, classify, order, and analyze natural phenomena with the aid of illustrations as varied as their interests and methods. 199 illustrations, including 31 plates in full-color. Remainder mark on lower-edge of text block. With the pencil signature of Gavin Bridson. 240 pages. cloth, dust jacket. 4to..
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A quite brilliant and beautiful examination of the efforts of scholars and science aficionados alike to conceive, document, describe, classify, order, and analyze natural phenomena with the aid of illustrations as varied as their interests and methods. Robin has assembled dozens of intriguing images
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