An introduction to entomology: or elements of the Natural History of Insects: with plates: volumes II, III and IV
by Kirby, William (1759-1850). Spence, William (1783-1860)
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About This Item
London : Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown, & Green, 1828. Fifth Edition. Hardcover. Worn copy bound in full aniline calf with a leather gilt-blocked label to the spine. Some wear and tear to the spine and panel edges as with age. Provenance; from the library of William Fitzherbert Ruxton with his bookplate. Physical description; three volumes (II, III, and IV). Subjects; Entomology. Insects. Natural History.
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- MW Books Ltd. (IE)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 245291
- Title
- An introduction to entomology: or elements of the Natural History of Insects: with plates: volumes II, III and IV
- Author
- Kirby, William (1759-1850). Spence, William (1783-1860)
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- Fifth Edition
- Publisher
- London : Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown, & Green
- Date Published
- 1828
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
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