The History of Four-Footed Beasts and Serpents and Insects [Complete in 3 Volumes]

Published by Da Capo Press, New York, 1967

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4to - over 9¾" - 12" Tall. Three volumes complete. Bound in half tan leatherette over brown cloth boards, brown spine titling, gilt pictorial animal renderings to upper boards, 4to, 1,130pp (in three books). A comprehensive facsimile edition copying Topsell's landmark 1658 first edition. These works hold a unique place as one of the first major English books on animals (some mythical), summarizing ancient knowledge, just before the scientific revolution transformed the field. Volumes include: Vol. 1: The History of Four-Footed Beasts; Vol. 2: The History of Serpents; & Vol. 3: The Theater of Insects (T. Moffet). [A heavy set - shipping at actual cost - please inquire].

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Title
The History of Four-Footed Beasts and Serpents and Insects [Complete in 3 Volumes]
Author
Edward Topsell; T. Muffet
Publisher
Da Capo Press, New York
Publication year
1967
Condition
Very Good+
Dust jacket
No Dust Jacket
Binding
Hardcover
Illustrator
B/w Illustrations .
Edition
Facsimile Edition.

Vashon Island Books

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