Catalogus Bibliothecae Historico-Naturalis Josephi Banks, regi a consiliis intimis, baroneti, balnei equitis, regia societatis praesidis. Tom. 1: Scriptores Generales

Description:

First edition. Scarce. This catalogue by the Swedish botanist and librarian Jonas Dryander (1748–1810) lists the personal library of Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820), one of the most prominent figures in the scientific community during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The catalogue was praised by many contemporaries, including the botanist Sir James Edward Smith, who wrote that 'a work so ingenious in design and so perfect in execution can scarcely be produced in any science'. Volume one covers the general scientific works included in Banks' library, including some natural history and materia medica, also includes an Addenda and Index. First volume (of five published) only.

Soulsby 3639.

Condition

8vo, later half calf, rubbed/scuffed, raised bands and leather title pieces to spine, gilt. Occasional foxing. Good. Withdrawn from an institutional library with a few neat ink stamps.