A History of British Reptiles.
Bell, T.
Published by 1st. Ed. Pub. Van Voorst. 1839
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pp. xxiv, 142 with b/w. woodcuts. 8vo. Hardback. TEG. With Publisher s illustrated advertisment sheet for this work (dated Feb. 1839) tipped onto ffep. Two signatures to ffep., the latter dated 1908. Spotting to ends and only occ. internally o/w. contents fine. Half calf and cloth boards good to vg. Unusual to find a copy with the Publisher s advert. An informative book which set out to correct the many mistaken impressions of the native British reptiles and amphibians. Seller Inventory # 67845
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Title: A History of British Reptiles.
Publisher: 1st. Ed. Pub. Van Voorst. 1839
Binding: Hardcover
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