Recent quarter calf over marbled boards. xvi 279 300 20p. 21 copper plates. An English translation of the first volume of an early work on natural history by Noel Pluche 1688-1761. The main body of this volume consists of five sections on insects birds terrestrial animals fish and plants. Each section contains fascinating descriptions of the subjects considered and the book is illustrated with 21 charming copper engravings. J. Pemberton hardcover
Not Stated : Oliques 1976. Paperback. Good. 10.5" by 8". Not Stated . Trade edition of the illustrated special issue of French literary magazine 'Obliques' dedicated to the work of Boris Vian. Dedicated to influential French author Boris Vian polymath poet singer translator critic inventor and engineer remembered for his novels which featured a highly individual writing style with numerous made-up words subtle wordplay and surrealistic plots. His most well known work is titles 'Froth on the Daydream'.Edited by Noel Arnaud with contribution by numerous authors. The trade edition. Original edition was published in limited number of copies printed on Velin numbered 1-61 A-Z and twelve not for sale marked H.C. all featuring coloured lithographs signed Felix Labisse. Striking illustrations in text.Obliques was a French literature magazine created by Roger Broderie and Henri Ronse with each number dedicated to a theme or artist with a different and sophisticated layout. In the original publisher's coloured wraps. Externally with chipping and rubbing to tail of spine and front wrap. Damp marking to front wrap and spine. affecting lower margin through to text block only affecting text slightly to first few leaves. Internally firmly bound. Pages bright and clean. Good Oliques paperback
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