An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi
William Delisle Hay
Published by Swan Sonnenschein, 1887
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1887. Swan Sonnenschein, Lowrey & Co. First Edition. No jacket as issued. Very Good Condition Hardback. Very attractive dark green boards with design and lettering in gilt to spine and front board. Also gilt top edge of page block. Profusely illustrated with 59 plates which contain numerous black & white illustrations, and 5 tables. Spine and page block remain firm and pages are clean and clear. Age related wear and nicks to extremities. Some spotting and toning to prelims and endpapers. Name of previous owner in pencil. Overall an attractive and handsome First Edition copy of a classic work in Very Good condition. Seller Inventory # AETBOBFWDH1
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Title: An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi
Publisher: Swan Sonnenschein
Publication Date: 1887
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 1st Edition.
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An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi
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Swan Sonnenschein, London, 1887., 1887
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Seller: BRIMSTONES, Lewes, United Kingdom
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. 1st edition, hardback, large 8vo, viii,237pp, followed by 59 plates and 5 tables, scattered foxing on title page and several of the plates, otherwise clean and sound, green cloth, gilt decs and titles, corners bumped and spine rubbed, Good condition. Seller Inventory # 451955
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An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the study of larger fungi with a special emphasis on their appeal as food sources, and their potential health benefits and risks. Although many books on the subject focus on describing species, this book focuses on helping readers understand the identification and preparation of fungi, approaching the subject from the perspective of a naturalist, an amateur who enjoys identifying fungi, and a cook who is curious about the possibilities of fungus-based cuisine. The author provides an overview of the larger fungi, the identification of fungi by species, their ecology, their role as a food source, their nutritional and medical properties, and their cultivation. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330352380_0
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An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi (Classic Reprint)
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9780267975150
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An elementary text-book of British fungi / illustrated
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London : Swan Sonnenschein, Lowrey & Co., 1887
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Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, Ireland
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First Edition. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked, decorated cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat dulled and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Provenance: Bookplate of Thomas Warburton Dunston of Burltons. Physical description; 238, [4] p., 64 plates, illustrations ; 24 cm. Notes; On verso of each plate is descriptive letterpress to accompany plate following. Includes bibliographical references and index. Contents; General introduction -- On the general features of fungi -- On the discrimination of fungi -- On the economic use of fungi -- On the structural anatomy of fungi -- On the classification of fungi -- On some common species of eatable mushrooms -- A comprehensive catalogue of esculent British fungi -- On the chemistry and toxicology of fungi -- A catalogue of British poisonous fungi -- On the cultivation of certain fungi -- A calendar of the common esculent fungi. Subjects; Fungi Great Britain. Cookery (Mushrooms). Classification. Plant physiology. Toxicology. Poisonous plants. Cultivation. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 419583
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An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi
Published by
Swan Sonnenschein, GB, 1887
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Seller: Richard Sylvanus Williams (Est 1976), WINTERTON, United Kingdom
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Hardback. Condition: VG-. Dust Jacket Condition: No DW. 1st Edition. Clean tight text in sound covers which are a little worn. Book is in very good minus condition with minor but noticeable signs of wear and/or age. Seller Inventory # kb330F.871
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An Elementary Text-Book of British Fungi (Classic Reprint)
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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9780267975150
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An elementary text-book of British fungi 1887 [Leather Bound]
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1887 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 400 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 400 Language: English. Seller Inventory # LB990000684060
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An Elementary Text-book of British Fungi
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An elementary text-book of British fungi / illustrated
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London : Swan Sonnenschein, Lowrey & Co., 1887
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First Edition
Seller: MW Books, New York, NY, U.S.A.
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First Edition. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked, decorated cloth. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat dulled and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Provenance: Bookplate of Thomas Warburton Dunston of Burltons. Physical description; 238, [4] p., 64 plates, illustrations ; 24 cm. Notes; On verso of each plate is descriptive letterpress to accompany plate following. Includes bibliographical references and index. Contents; General introduction -- On the general features of fungi -- On the discrimination of fungi -- On the economic use of fungi -- On the structural anatomy of fungi -- On the classification of fungi -- On some common species of eatable mushrooms -- A comprehensive catalogue of esculent British fungi -- On the chemistry and toxicology of fungi -- A catalogue of British poisonous fungi -- On the cultivation of certain fungi -- A calendar of the common esculent fungi. Subjects; Fungi Great Britain. Cookery (Mushrooms). Classification. Plant physiology. Toxicology. Poisonous plants. Cultivation. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 419583
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An elementary text-book of British fungi. by William Delisle Hay. 1887 [Leather Bound]
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. This book is available in 5 different Leather color without any extra cost. Explore More Options by Clicking on 'More Images' and Notify Us of Your Choice via Email within 24 hours of placing the order. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1887. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 384, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 384. Seller Inventory # LB1111013422301
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