Translated from the French by Mr Humphries, 60 engraved plates including a number folding, 2vols, vol 1 3rd edition, vol 2 second edition, thick small 8vo., full contemporary calf (the complete set of this translation which Humphries completed in 1784 eventually ran to 7 vols) Category: Natural History & Resources; For further info on this title, click on the "Ask Bookseller a Question" button directly underneath this listing. We will try to reply within two working days. Buyers from OUTSIDE of the UK are strongly recommended to make contact, to ask for an accurate shipping cost, BEFORE buying.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

Spectacle de la Nature; Or Nature displayed, being discourses on such particulars of Natural History as were thought most proper to excite the curiosity and form the minds of youth

Publisher

J & J Pemberton 1736-37

Publication Date

1736

Binding

Hardcover

Condition

good

Dust Jacket Condition

No Dust Jacket

Seller catalogs

Natural History & Resources

Store Description

Are opening hours are from 10:00 to 17:00, Monday to Saturday. (Other times available by appointment). There is nearby "Pay & Display" parking available, and we are short walk from Petersfield Station (On the London to Portsmouth route). "The Petersfield Bookshop" specialises in buying and selling Antiquarian and second-hand books, but also sells antique maps and prints and. Inside the shop there is a display of antique dolls from Ann Westwood's private collection. A special feature of the premises is a canopied forecourt where second-hand books can be bought 24 hours a day, 365 days a year! "The Petersfield Bookshop" was founded in 1918 by Dr Harry Roberts, an East End doctor who had helped set up the Panel Scheme (the predecessor of the National Health Service). In 1958, Frank Westwood bought the business and relocated it to Chapel Street. Sadly Frank passed away in January 2006 but the shop continues as a family business, with Frank's wife Ann and sons David and John being partners.

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The Petersfield Bookshop
16A Chapel Street, Petersfield, GU32 3DS, United Kingdom

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Terms of Sale

We are constantly reviewing our database but will gladly refund any mis-described book, provided the buyer contacts us BEFORE returning it. If in doubt about our description please contact us before making a purchase.
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We do our best to despatch orders within 3 business days, however due to staff shortages we are unable to post on Saturdays and Sundays. Overseas Orders will be sent by Air Mail unless otherwise instructed. Books are posted at buyers risk although we always obtain "Proof of Purchase". Please contact us if you need extra insurance or a slower service. Shipping costs are based on books weighing up to 1 KG (2.2 LB). If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.
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