3 medical science and microscope books, 18th and 19th century.
Books include: LANKESTER, Edwin (1814-1874) and BUSK, George (1807-1886), Quarterly Journal of Microscopical Science (1855); BUCHAN, William (1729-1805), Domestic Medicine, or a Treatise on the Prevention and Cure of Diseases (1784); PARIS, John (1785-1856), The Elements of Medical Chemistry (1825).
Paris and Buchan books are full leather bound with ruled title on spines. Lankester and Busk is half bound leather with black cloth, raised spine, and gilt title on spine. All books 8vo.
Each book is approximately 460 pp., with illustrations.
Largest book is H: 8 5/8 x W: 6 x D: 1 5/8 in.
Poor. Significant toning and foxing throughout. Buchan front board detached, with book worm holes in rear board and flyleaves. All corners, spines, and covers are bumped, scuffed, and rubbed, with losses. Ink and pencil owner inscriptions inside each
From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.