[6] + 115 + [1 blank]p; 23 engraved plates (1 folding). (Bound with:) A*** . Pratique de l art de chauffer par le thermosophon ou calorif�re a air chaud. Paris, Audot, 1844. vii + [1 blank] + 106 p. 21 engraved plates (2 folding containing plates 9 & 10, and 16 & 17). 2 works in 1 volume. Oblong 4to. Contemporary gilt marbled calf spine with gilt title, maroon morocco boards; lightly worn at edges. A pattern book of glass houses in the heyday of their fashion. Enlarged 2nd edition with additional text and 2 plates. The author of the first work was head gardener at the Paris Museum of Natural History and in charge of the great glass houses. He describes their construction listing suitable plants, and the latest exotics, explaining the problems of heating to retain circulation of air and humidity; matters constantly under experiment at the time. The plates show cross-sections of methods of growing tender and exotic plants, incuding orchids, camelias and pineapples. The designs of glasshouses include that at Chatsworth built by Paxton 1836-40, and others individually constructed in Holland, Belgium and France. The 2nd work is concerned with the all-important practical aspects of heating and stove systems. A good copy. Seller Inventory # ABE-8639267490

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Title: Art de construire et de gouverner les serres

Publisher: Paris, Audot

Publication Date: 1846

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

Edition: 2nd Edition

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