With its stunning cover embossed with intricate designs and golden text, this book is a true collector's gem. Buel, renowned for his engaging natural history and travel narratives. Historical Publishing Company, Philadelphia, PA, and St. Original embossed hardcover with gold gilt edges. An exploration of natural history, encompassing vivid stories of marine and terrestrial life.
Sections covering mythical sea legends and intriguing animal behaviors. Features more than 300 engravings and colored plates showcasing detailed scenes of wildlife, making it a visually captivating read.
Includes unique, emblematic color lithographs titled "The Sea and Its Wonders" and Panorama of Nature. The cover shows some wear typical of its age with minor discoloration and slight edge scuffing. The spine remains intact, and the gold gilt text on the cover is clear. The pages are preserved with natural age-toning. The colored plates and illustrations remain vibrant.One page has a small tear but does not affect readability. Ideal for display or addition to a collection of antique literature and historical books. Add this remarkable piece of literary and historical art to your collection today!