Bory St Vincent (44 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book describes the author's voyage from France to the Canary Islands and beyond, providing a rare firsthand account of the diverse flora and fauna of these regions and establishing a framework for their scientific classification. An essential read for naturalists and historians alike, the author positions the voyage within a broader context of European scientific exploration during this period and explorers' evolving understanding of the natural wonders of the world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the exciting voyage undertaken by a group of explorers and researchers aboard French ships. Beginning in 1791, the diverse group of scientists and artists sailed around the world, their mission to collect data and specimens that would expand the understanding of the world. This book brings together the collected works of many of these explorers to provide a stunningly detailed account of their groundbreaking journey, which would greatly influence the scientific and political thought of the time. The book presents a wealth of material on the natural world and its inhabitants, plus fascinating observations on the peoples and cultures they encountered during their journey. The author captures the excitement and danger of these early explorations by sea while remaining grounded in the detailed observations and research conducted. This book is a unique and valuable record of a major scientific expedition and provides an invaluable glimpse into the past of global exploration and the birth of scientific disciplines. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book revolutionized the way people thought about microorganisms by categorizing over 700 species. Before this classification, French scientist Müller's method of study dominated the field. The author expanded on Müller's work by adding organisms previously overlooked. They challenge preconceived notions about the nature and shape of "microscopiques" through the author's own observations and experimentation, opening the door for future scientific discoveries. The book defies the limitations of the available technology and serves as a testament to the power of curiosity and persistence in unlocking the secrets of the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

8°. Photomechanischer Nachdruck (Reprint) der Ausgabe Weimar 1804., XVIII, XX, 456 S. OPergaminband (OPappband), OU. Mit 1 Faltkarte nach einem Kupferstich. Schutzumschlag leicht angerändert; Kapitale leicht bestoßen; erste Blätter mit kleiner, schwacher Knickspur in der oberen Ecke.

Notiz. Geb. Nat. Heilk. (2), 631. - Weimar, Landes-Industrie-Comptoir, Februar 1844, 4°, Sp.225-240, orig. Broschur. Erstdruck! Jean Baptiste Georges Geneviève Marcellin Bory de Saint-Vincent (1780-1846) war ein französischer Naturforscher, Botaniker und Oberst. Sein offizielles botanisches Autorenkürzel lautet "Bory". Sein sehr langer Name wurde auf verschiedene Arten verkürzt wiedergegeben, so als Jean Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent, Jean Baptiste Marcellin oder Jean Baptiste George Marie.

Hardcover. Condition: Gut bis sehr gut.

Notiz. Geb. Nat. Heilk. (2), 790. - Hrsg. v. Ludwig Friedrich Froriep. - Weimar, Landes-Industrie-Comptoir, December 1845, 4°, Sp.305-320, feine Broschur.

XVIII, XX, 456 S. Mit 2 gefalteten Karten. Gutes, wohlerhaltenes Exemplar. Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 900 Or.-Leinenbd. mit Or.-Schutzumschlag. 8vo. Um ein Vorwort vermehrter Nachdruck der 1804 im Verlag des Landes-Industrie-Comptoirs in Weimar erschienenen Ausgabe.

Couverture rigide. Condition: Très bon. In-4 de Titre, 4 pages de texte + LVI planches et cartes (certaines rempliées ou à double-pages) ; album de l'éditeur. Collection de planches. Réimpression de l'édition de Paris, 1804.

8°. OLwd. mit OU. XVIII, XX, 456 S. 2 mehrf. gefalt. Karten. Papierbedingt gebräunt. Exlibris. *** *** Copyright: Matthaeus TRUPPE Buchhandlung & Antiquariat - Stubenberggasse 7 - A-8010 Graz - ++43 (0)316 - 829552 *** *** Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 700 (Um ein Vorwort vermehrter Nachdruck der 1804 in Weimar erschienen Ausgabe).

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. pp [viii], 522, [2] errata, 10 plates, most folding, including a conjectural map of Atlantis, cont. full mottled calf, spine richly gilt, book plate and book label on fep both with names scraped out, a fine clean crisp copy.

4 BLl., 522 SS., 1 Bll., 1 gefalt. Kupferstichkarte (statt 3) und 7 (3 gefalt.) Kupfertafeln. Kapital defekt; beschabt und etw. bestoßen, Vorsätze sowie erstes und letztes Bl. leimschattig, eine Tafel mit Einriß in die Umrandung; etw. gebräunt, stellenw. mit bräunendem Wasserrand und etw. braunfleckig. - Erste Ausgabe. - Streit XVII, 6599. Monglond VI, 222. Gay 2942. Henze I, 304: "In seinem Werk behandelte er die Naturausstattung der Kanaren ausführlicher, als dies bis dahin geschehen war; auch historisch ist das Werk von Belang, u. a. gut fundiert in den Ausführungen über die Lebensweise der Urbevölkerung." - Mit der Karte III "Carte conjecturale de l`Atlantide". - Die Tafeln zeigen Ansichten und Pflanzendarstellungen, Sprache: Französisch Gewicht in Gramm: 1000 4°, Halbleder der Zeit mit vergoldetem Rückentitel.

19 x 12,5 cm. XX, 456 Seiten und 2 gefaltete Karten. Original-Leinen mit Schutzumschlag.

XVIII, XX, 456 SS. Mit 2 Faltkarten. Ogln. mit OUmschlag. Namenszug a.d. Vorsatzblatt.

Cloth. Condition: Fair. None (illustrator). First edition. Two first edition travelogues bound together, and including the first edition of J. B. G. M. Bory de St. Vincent's very scarce account of the islands of the African Seas. Two first edition works bound together, with individual title pages and pagination.The first work is the very scarce first edition of French naturalist, officer and politician Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent's account of his 1801-1802 travels to the islands of the African seas, on behalf of the French government.Illustrated with three plates, two of which are folding, and one of which is partially hand coloured. Collated, lacking four plates.The second work in this collection is the first edition of an anonymously authored account of the 1804 travels of a writer in England, Scotland, and the North of Wales.Although the title page refers to 'various engravings', no plates or illustrations are present, as is common for this work.Lacking endpapers, boards detached. In a half calf binding, with marbled paper covered boards. Boards detached. Lacking back strip. Internally, binding lightly strained throughout. First gathering working loose, and tenderly held by one cord only. Pages clean and bright, with only the odd instance of light spotting. Lacking four plates. Fair. book.

3 Bll., 391 Seiten. Halbleder d. Zt. mit Rückenvergoldung und Rückenschild (leicht berieben). Bibliothek der neuesten und interessantesten Reisebeschreibungen, Bd. 21 (bzw.) als Bd. 9 des "Archivs der neuesten interessantesten Reisebeschreibungen". (Unser Exemplar mit beiden Reihentiteln). - Henze I, 303 f. - Kainbacher 386 - Der Marine-Astronom Rochon war u.a. Direktor der Sternwarte zu Brest (vgl. Poggendorff II, 670 f.). Enthält im ersten Teil einen gekürzten Auszug aus Georg Forsters bereits 1792 erschienener Übersetzung. - Der 2. Teil mit der ersten wissenschaftlichen Beschreibung der Kanaren mit einer Karte der Inselgruppe. Die Tafeln mit der "Mocanera Pflanze" und einer Ansicht des Vulkans auf Lanzarote. - Gut erhaltenes, sauberes Exemplar. B7-68 Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 2000.

IV, 391 Seiten. Bibliothek der neuesten und interessantesten Reisebeschreibungen Bd. XX. - Vorgebunden: Rochon, Alexis. Reise nach Maroko und Indien. Aus dem Französischen im Auszuge übersetzt. Mit 1 Karte. - Exlibris auf d. Innendeckel, Stempel auf dem Titelblatt AA3-140 Sprache: Deutsch Gewicht in Gramm: 2000 8° , Halbleder der Zeit (etwas berieben und bestoßen).

Landscape 4to. (approx. 27.5 x 35cm) hardback in quarter red morocco, decorative gilt to spine, marbled boards and green paper title label to upper board, in marbled slipcase. TEXT IN FRENCH. 12pp. Text followed by large folding Table, 88 hand-tinted maps of the Departments and Paris (35 of which are also duplicated in b/w), 7 large folding hand-tinted maps of the French Colonies and 2 large folding hand-tinted maps of France and les Douanes. A few tiny ink numbers and faint pencil marks to list of Maps at front. No other markings or inscriptions. Occasional light foxing. Small closed tear to ffep repaired with white paper strip. Slight crease to title page. Light soiling and edgewear to red morocco spine and slight rubbing to marbled boards. Edges of marbled slipcase rubbed with small split to one lower edge. Overall a VERY GOOD COPY in GOOD+ SLIPCASE. (Shelf 5) PLEASE NOTE: VERY HEAVY BOOK (2.2 kg+) Postage rates vary according to destination, weight and speed. For an accurate overseas quote PLEASE either call or email us before ordering. [AbeBooks shipping quote is based on items weighing up to 1 kilo only]. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country.** Pictures available upon request.** Visit our homepage for our shop opening hours. Over 20,000 books in stock - come and browse. PayPal, credit and most debit cards welcome. Books posted worldwide. For any queries please contact us direct.

Notiz. Geb. Nat. Heilk. (1), 284-286. - Hrsg. v. Ludwig Friedrich Froreip. - Weimar, Landes-Industrie-Comptoir, April 1826, 4°, Sp.305-352, feine Broschur. BORY DE ST VINCENT, Jean Baptiste George Marcellin, Baron de - "der kanp und kritisch besonders die zoologische Rassenkunde behandelte und mit Recht Anerkennung und Verbreitung fand" Eickstedt, p.336.

Blatt ca. 32 x 43,2 cm. Condition: Gut. 1 Blatt Kolorierte gest. Weltkarte. Papier gebräunt, mit alten Montageresten, stellenweise alt hinterlegt, ehemals mehrfach gefaltete Karte mit entsprechenden Knickspuren. Insgesamt befriedigender Zustand. Sprache: Französisch Gewicht in Gramm: 100.