or A Familiar Introduction To the Study of the Natural System of Botany.
Ladies' Botany or A Familiar Introduction To the Study of the Natural System of Botany.
James Ridgway and Sons, 1840.
Third edition, volume 1 (of 2) only. 8vo. Contemporary tan calf lettered in gilt to black title label on the spine with blind stamped vignettes to the corners of the upper board. All edges gilt. Twenty-five hand coloured plates of plants and flowers. A very good copy, with some wear to the spine and boards and a neat contemporary ownership inscription to front endpaper. Internally fresh and the plates bright.
A charming introductory guide to the study of botany as it was in the mid 19th century replete with beautifully produced illustrations throughout.
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