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The Natural History of the Pachydermes, or, Thick-Skinned Quadrupeds; Consisting of the Elephant, Rhinoceros, Hippopotamus, Tapir, Hog, etc.


William Jardine


W. H. Lizars 1836

Binding:  Hardback  |  Condition: Very Good  | 

First edition. Volume V of Jardine's Naturalist Library. A study of the larger mammals, including a short biography of Hans Sloane. Complete with 32 plates, including engraved title and a fronstiportrait of Sloane. 28 engravings are delicately hand-coloured in a naturalistic fashion, engravings of skeletons are b/w. With further b/w illustrations within the text. Handsomely rebound in half leather with marbled boards, raised bands and gilt decoration to spine. Some rubbing to leather labels on spine. Some foxing to front matter and mild tanning within. Else clean and tight. Very good.

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