[NATURAL HISTORY]. PRATT, Anne (1806-1893). Flowering Plants, Grasses, Sedges, and Ferns of Great Britain. Edward Step, editor. London: Frederick S. Warne, n.d. [1899-1900].
36 parts, 8vo. 315 chromolithographed plates. Original green printed wrappers (light edgewear and toning).
"New and revised" edition of Pratt's magnum opus first published in 1855-1873, IN THE RARE ORIGINAL PARTS. "Her books constituted a major contribution to the advancement of flower study, especially among the general public. All of her books are well composed, with handsome, accurate illustrations" (Kramer). [With:] Prospectus, notice to subscribers, and unused order form laid in. Nissen BBI 1562; Stafleu & Cowan, TL2 8275; Kramer, Women of Flowers pp.157-163.
Property from the Estate of Peter Fortsas
This lot is located in Chicago.
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