Romantic Incidents in the Lives of Naturalists & Celebrated Travelers by C. L. Brightwell
A rare first edition of this book which features short, engaging accounts detailing the lives, significant discoveries, and personal struggles of figures like Linnaeus, Audubon, Humboldt, and others. It aims to inspire young readers by showcasing the dedication, persistence, and exciting experiences involved in the pursuit of natural history and exploration.
Romantic Incidents in the Lives of Naturalists & Celebrated Travelers c1862 1st
Title: Romantic Incidents in the Lives of Naturalists & Celebrated Travelers
Author: C. L. Brightwell
Publisher : T Nelson & Sons
Publication: c1862 First Edition
Format: HardbackCondition: Covers are in a good condition with just some mild bumping and scuffing. Pages are clean but do have some foxing to several. A few pages to the centre are just starting to come away from binding but are still attached. Pages are gold leafed. Engraved picture of 'A herd of elephants' to frontispiece.
Book measures: 18cm x 12cm with 343 pages