The Insect World by Louis Figuier (19th Century Edition)
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The Insect World by Louis Figuier (19th Century Edition)

£45.00

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  • Author: Louis Figuier

  • Title: The Insect World: Being a Popular Account of the Orders of Insects

  • Publisher: D. Appleton & Co. / Chapman & Hall

  • Date: circa 1868

  • Binding: Original green cloth with gilt-stamped insect motif on the cover and spine

  • Illustrations: Over 560 wood engravings and 11 full-page plates

  • Pages: Approx. 500+

  • Language: English

  • Condition: Vintage condition — original binding with visible wear along the spine and edges, text block solid and pages well-preserved with age-appropriate toning. The first few pages are missing, and the book needs to be repaired.

This edition is not only an excellent example of early scientific publishing but also a collector’s item, reflecting the 19th century’s deep curiosity about the natural world.

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A rare antique edition of The Insect World: Being a Popular Account of the Orders of Insects by Louis Figuier, a celebrated 19th-century French naturalist and science writer.

Published in London and New York around 1868–1869, this beautifully illustrated volume presents an engaging overview of the fascinating world of insects — their structure, habits, and role in nature. Written in an accessible and captivating style, it brings together scientific insight and vivid storytelling typical of the Victorian era’s passion for natural history.

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Weight 2 kg

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