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1814 A Grammar of Botany; Containing an Explanation of the System of Linnaeus
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Description
Illustrated, Leather Binding, Scarce
The second edition of this work.
An informative work providing key terms and explanations on botanical subjects. Also including some exercises intending for the use of students and schools.
The work of Robert John Thornton. Thornton was a botanical writer who lectured in medical botany at Guy's Hospital in London. He also wrote his noted work 'A New Illustrations of the Sexual System of Carolus Von Linnaeus'.
Illustrated with forty-five engraved plates. Collated, complete.
With the inscription of James Lavelle to the front pastedown.
Condition
In a full calf binding. Rubbing to back strip, joints and boards. Worming to back strip head and tail. Lacking front free endpaper. Front hinge strained, but firmly held. Inscription to front pastedown. Internally, binding strained. Tail of title page detached, with one plate detached. Handling marks and spotting throughout.
Good
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