Remarks on the Geology and Minerology of Nova Scotia

Rebound in brown cloth over boards with gilt lettering on the spine ("Mineralogy" misspelled). Foldout frontispiece lithograph of "Parrsboro from the Water, 1836" and lithographic plate of "Cape Split, 1836". Hinges are strong and tight. Very little foxing. Several pages uncut. Previous owner's name torn out of top corner of title page. "Explanation of the Maps" laid in, but map is NOT present. Several neat pencil notes in the margins. Abraham Gesner is best-known for inventing kerosene. He was a Nova Scotian doctor who spent many years living in Saint John, New Brunswick. In this book, he describes the geology of various regions of Nova Scotia. This book is on consignment, so no discounts apply. It will be sent tracked with insurance, so expect a request for "extra shipping."

Product Info

Publisher: Gossip and Coade

Year: 1836

Type: Used

Binding: Hardcover

First Edition

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