Description: The Conchologist's First Book: A System of Testaceous Melacology, Arranged Expressly for the Use of Schools, in which the Animals, according to Cuvier, are given with the Shells, a Great Number of New Species added, and the whole brought up, as accurately as possible, to the present condition of the Science Author: POE, Edgar A. Title: The Conchologist's First Book: A System of Testaceous Melacology, Arranged Expressly for the Use of Schools, in which the Animals, according to Cuvier, are given with the Shells, a Great Number of New Species added, and the whole brought up, as accurately as possible, to the present condition of the Science Publication: Philadelphia: Published for the Author, by Haswell, Barrington, and Haswell, 1840 Description: Hardcover. Second edition, revised and with a brief new preface by Poe for this edition. 16mo. 166pp. Illustrations of two hundred and fifteen shells. Quarter calf ruled in gilt on the spine and printed green paper covered boards. Owner's name stamped twice on preliminaries, and gift inscription on front fly, some horizontal erosion to the leather along the edge of the spine, corners a little worn, and a little faint stain on the front board, but a pleasing very good copy. *BAL* 16132. Seller ID: 435779 Between the Covers Between the Covers has been selling books for more than 30 years. Today we offer a wide ranging inventory, from Modern First Editions to General Used Books to Rare Archival Collections. We are active members of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA) and the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB). Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All books are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund. This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 950 USD
Location: Gloucester City, New Jersey
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Author: POE, Edgar A
Publisher: Published for the Author, by Haswell, Barrington, and Haswell
Year Printed: 1840
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
