#7913 - The Young Naturalist - 2 Volumes in One - H.G.Adams œ85 Published by - Groombridge and Sons Condition - Good + Size - 180x125mm Jacket Condition - Binding - Publishers Decorated Cloth ISBN - Edition - First Edition Publish Year -1879 Description - Volume one - Beautiful Butterflies described and illustrated with the history of a Butterfly through all its changes and transformations and an explanation of the terms used by naturalists in reference thereto. 133 pages with 8 colour plates. Volume two - Beautiful Shells, their nature, structure, & uses familiarly explained with directions for collecting, cleaning and arranging them in the cabinet, and descriptions of the most remarkable species. 156 pages with 8 colour plates. Black and white line engravings throughout. Royal blue cloth with black and gilt decoration. Boards bright, spine a little dulled with ends rubbed. Prize label to front paste down dated 1886. Internal hinges first stage cracked. Some random light foxing. Gilt edged pages. Price: £85.00 / $144.50