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This is a set of 3 vintage Fungi reference books. In English, hard bound scientific biology titles, published in the mid 20th century.
Comprising the following three titles: A Manual of Soil Fungi (1945) Iowa, USA - 392 pages; The Advance of the Fungi (1940) London - 488 pages; and Handbook of the Larger British Fungi (1951) London - 222 pages.
Each presented in good vintage condition - intact with lightly time-worn appearances
Hard bound in green cotton, gilt titling to two books
Biological illustrations accentuate each title throughout
This is a fascinating set of 3 fungi reference books, with a mid-century overview from both sides of the Atlantic. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Soil Funghi Width: 16.5cm (6.5'')
Soil Funghi Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Soil Funghi Height: 23cm (9'')
Advance of Fungi Width: 15.5cm (6'')
Advance of Fungi Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Advance of Fungi Height: 22.5cm (8.75'')
British Fungi Width: 14.5cm (5.75'')
British Fungi Depth: 1.5cm (.5'')
British Fungi Height: 22cm (8.75'')
- Dimensions:Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 6.5 in (16.5 cm)Depth: 1.19 in (3 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1951
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
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