British Plant Life, W. B. Turrill — 1st Edition

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British Plant Life, W. B. Turrill — 1st Edition

Name: British Plant Life, W. B. Turrill — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 4574
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Publication: London, Collins, 1948

Formatting: 8vo, pp. xvii, 315.

Condition Report: Very Good. The green buckram binding remains remarkably tight and structurally sound, with the cloth retaining its vibrancy where protected, showing only minor shelf-wear and light fading at the extreme head and tail of the spine. The text block is firm; while the interior pages remain largely bright and the numerous plates are well-preserved, there is notable, prevalent foxing present to the text block edges and preliminary leaves. The dust jacket is present and structurally intact but exhibits general age-toning, particularly along the spine and rear panel, alongside minor edge-chipping, light rubbing, and a price-clipped front flap.

Catalogue Note: A classic First Edition of Volume 10 in the prestigious New Naturalist Library. This volume is profusely illustrated, boasting 53 vibrant colour photographs, 27 black-and-white plates, and 10 diagrams and maps, maintaining the high production quality the series is celebrated for.

The New Naturalist series remains highly collectable, and early volumes such as this one, complete with the iconic dust jacket designed by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis, are increasingly uncommon on the open market in respectable condition. This particular copy retains its original, striking aesthetic, offering a solid addition to any natural history collection.

Authored by the esteemed botanist W. B. Turrill, former Keeper of the Herbarium at Kew Gardens, this authoritative work explores the complex history, origins, and classifications of British flora. Blending deep historical context with mid-20th-century ecological research, Turrill paints a vivid picture of how the ice ages, climatic shifts, and human intervention have shaped the island's botanical landscape. It stands as both a rigorous scientific text and an engaging read for anyone fascinated by the natural world.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: W. B. Turrill

Book Publisher: Collins

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Nature & Environment

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 315

Book Publication Year: 1948

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: Clifford and Rosemary Ellis

Book Series: The New Naturalist Library

Country/region of manufacture: London and Glasgow, United Kingdom

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