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This 1862 first edition of Charles Darwin?s The various contrivances by which orchids are fertilised by insects is an early scientific work examining plant structure and insect interaction within the study of natural selection. Issued in London by John Murray shortly after Darwin?s earlier evolutionary publications, the text records observations and experimental findings focused on orchid pollination and variation among species. The volume contains thirty-four engraved illustrations depicting floral forms and insect relationships across its 365 pages with additional catalog leaves. Very Good condition, full leather binding tight and secure with professionally restored hinges, gilt accents and spine title clear, text complete. Octavo (8vo), single volume. Collation: [vi], 365, [16], [16] pp. Illustrations: 34 engraved illustrations. Edition: First edition, 1862. References: Freeman 802. Item number: #50322. PHOTOS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. Seller Inventory # 50322
Title: The Various Contrivances by Which Orchids ...
Publisher: John Murray, London
Publication Date: 1862
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 1st Edition