Quarterly Journal of Microscopical Science (2 Volume Set)

Lankester, (Sir) Edwin

Published by Samuel Highley, London, (1853 and 1854)

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Octavo. Volume I: 316pp. with 6 plates and Vol. II: 302pp. with 9 plates, Index. Illustrated in color and in black and white with full page and textual illustrations. Sir Edwin Lankester was known for his remarkable researches in comparative anatomy and his work on the role of the microscope in advancing science. Vol. II has the important articles by F.H. Wenham on the microscope and the use of color [with plates at the end of the volume] These first years were published in small print runs and are uncommon. By the time the New Series was issued in 1861, it was noted in the British Medical Journal, the microscope now had taken its place along side the test-tube and the stethoscope. OCLC notes there are copies of the first two volumes are found in Edinburgh University Library and the Hartley Library at the University of Southhampton. Bound in 3/4 calf over marbled paper covered boards, handsomely rebacked in cloth with red and black leather labels gilt, endpapers renewed, wear to corners. A very good set.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Quarterly Journal of Microscopical Science (2 Volume Set)
• Publisher: Samuel Highley, London, (1853 and 1854)
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