The Genus Acronycta and its Allies: An Examination of the Early States of the British Species in relation to the Affinities of the Species amongst themselves, and to other Groups.
by Chapman, T.A
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About This Item
Entomology Monographs . 1st. Ed. Pub. R.H. Porter. 1893. pp.iv, 116 plus 9 plates (6 in colour) as published. Large 8vo. Hardback. Address label, signature and inscriptions from previous owners, one of whom was Thomas Bainbrigge Fletcher ((1878-1950) who served as the Imperial Entomologist in India). Neat pencil annotations to Contents pages and occasional minor spotting, o/w. contents fine. Original green cloth boards with gilt lettering to spine in nr. fine condition with minor wear to extremities. A very pleasing copy.
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- C.Arden Bookseller (GB)
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- Title
- The Genus Acronycta and its Allies: An Examination of the Early States of the British Species in relation to the Affinities of the Species amongst themselves, and to other Groups.
- Author
- Chapman, T.A
- Book Condition
- Used
- Edition
- 1st. Ed. Pub. R.H. Porter. 1893
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Entomology Monographs
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