Darwin's first use of the word "evolution
Bound in contemporary full morocco
DARWIN (Charles).
The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex. In two volumes with illustrations.
London, John Murray, 1871.
2 volumes 12mo...
Full black morocco, gilt framing in the center of the boards with fleurons in the corners, all edges gilt, ornate ribbed spine with red calf title-pieces (contemporary binding, hinges rubbed and roughly re-tinted in blue). (ref.116930)
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