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The Natural History of the Amphibious Carnivora, including the Walrus and Seals, also of the Herbivorous Cetacea, etc.


Robert Hamilton; William Jardine (editor)


W. H. Lizars 1839

Binding:  Hardback  |  Condition: Very Good  | 

First edition. Volume VIII of Jardine's Naturalist Library. A study of the amphibious mammals, including a short biography of Francois Peron and a final section of sea monsters. Complete with 33 plates, including engraved title and a fronstiportrait of Peron. 28 engravings are delicately hand-coloured in a naturalistic fashion, the final three, showing Sea-Monsters are, understandably, not. With further b/w illustrations within the text. Handsomely rebound in half leather with marbled end-papers, raised bands and gilt decoration to spine. Some foxing to front matter and mild tanning within. Else clean and tight. Very good.

£175.00 + FREE shipping