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1788 1 ed Natural History of SNAKES Lacepede Serpents Lizards Reptiles 4v Set In 1749, Comte de Buffon began work on “ Histoire Naturelle ”, an encyclopedia-style work that was known to cover all natural sciences known to the world. It was a major undertaking, and Buffon required help from his colleagues in organizing and content production. As a young learner, Bernard Germain de Lacépède read these early volumes and was immediately interested in the sciences. As he grew, he wrote treatises that sparked the interest of Buffon, who would become his friend and mentor. Eventually, his work on zoology, “ History of Oviparity Quadrupeds and Snakes ” would become a continuation, or supplement, to Buffon’s landmark work. This fine, first edition set includes numerous full-page illustrations depicting snakes, turtles, lizards, crocodiles, and other ‘low-to-the-ground’ reptiles and amphibians. A truly remarkable set. Item number: #16494 Price: $950 LA CEPEDE, Bernard Germain de Histoire naturelle des quadrupèdes ovipares et des serpens Paris : Hôtel de Thou, 1788-1790. First edition. Details : · Collation: Complete with all pages; 4 volumes o Vol. I – 60, 359, [1] o Vol. II – iv, 462, [2] o Vol. III – 24, 432 o Vol. IV – 8, 408 o 35 full page illustrations throughout · Language: French · Binding: Leather; tight and secure · Size : ~6.75in X 4in (17cm x 10.5cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 16494
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