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Lot 318:
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The Grasses of Great Britain. By Charles Johnson, Botanical Lecturer at Guy’s Hospital. Illustrated by John E. Sowerby. Described with observations on their natural history and uses. Published by Robert Hardwicke, London. 1st edition 1861. Publisher’s green boards, titled and decorated in gilt, top edge gilt. 192 pages, including index, plus 144 full coloured plates of the various grasses. Excellent copy 6¼” x 9¾”. A remarkable book for the huge number of plates and detail for this rarified subject. From single vendors book collection. We combine postage on multiple winning lots and can ship worldwide. UK postage from £5.99, EU from £7.99, Rest of World from £9.99. 30kg box UK £15, EU £40, ROW £60
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