rumphius (118 résultats)

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Hardcover. Etat : Good. Etat de la jaquette : Good. Some light rubbing and edgewear, DJ is a little dirty. Text is clean and tight in binding. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Standard-sized.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. First Edition. 8.68 X 5.40 X 0.81 inches.

Paperback. Etat : Very Good. A feast for orchid enthusiasts, botanists, historians, and biodiversity researchers alike, Rumphius seventeenth-century study of tropical orchids is now available in English for the first time Rumphius (16271702), founder of Indonesian botanical exploration and one of the greatest naturalists of the seventeenth century, was the first to describe tropical orchids in a Western language. Within the pages of his monumental seven-volume Ambonese Herbal, written in Dutch, he included descriptions of thirty-six species of orchids found on the island of Ambon in eastern Indonesia, plus twelve uncertified ones. His detailed descriptions reflect both the accuracy of a scientist and the sensibility of a poet. This lovely book is the first to gather and translate into English all the sections of Rumphius The Ambonese Herbal devotedto orchids. For each entry, Rumphius describes the plant, names it according to a pre-Linnaean system of nomenclature, gives its locality, and details its medicinal and non-medicinal uses. More than twenty beautiful line drawings accompany the entries. The volume includes ample notes to illuminate the text and an informative introduction that tells the life of Rumphiusa remarkable collector/naturalist who overcame fire, shipwreck, and blindness to produce his masterwork. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover w/DJ. Etat : Good/Good. Black & White Photos & Illus. (illustrateur). First Edition. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press. Good/Good. (2003). First Edition. Hardcover w/DJ. 8vo., 172 pp., soiling and staining to DJ and cover .

172 pp., index, bibliography, detailed notes, glossary, ill. with a few plates from the Ambonese Herbal and other period illustrations. Rumphius (1627-1702) was an important 17th century botanist who was the first person to describe and illustrate tropical orchids. This work reproduces the text on orchids from his monumental Dutch-language herbal with extensive commentary by Professor Beckman. very good copy in d.j.

First edition 'Translated, edited, annotated and with an introduction by E. B. Beekman. Fine and bright cloth in like illustrated dustjacket with crisp bright text throughout. Nicely illustrated.

HC. B&W illustrations (illustrateur). 172pp ISBN 0300098146 Rumphius (1627-1702), founder of Indonesian botanical exploration and one of the greatest naturalists of the seventeenth century, was the first to describe tropical orchids in a Western language. fine w/fine dustjacket (hardcover).

Hardcover. Etat : As New. Etat de la jaquette : As New. Line Drawing Illustrations (illustrateur). 1st Edition. Copyright Date: 2003 Octavo, PP.Li, 172, The Translated Text Of This Book Is Selected From The Ambonese Herbal By Rumphius. This Is The First Translation Of This In English. E. M. Beekman Is In The Process Of Translating And Editing The Entire Seven Volumes Of The Ambonese Herbal. The Selections Were Made At The Urging Of Bart Eaton. This Is A Scolarly And Important Addition To The History And Writings Of Orchids And Is An Early Example Of Western Ethnobotany writing. The Forword And Supporting Notes Are Extensive And Provide Important background information. First English Edition, Translation By E. M. Beekman.

Etat : Very Good. A bright, square, and overall a nice copy.

hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Hardcover in jacket. Clean and unmarked. Binding strong. Light wear.

Etat : good. This is a pre-loved book that shows moderate signs of wear from previous reading. You may notice creases, edge wear, or a cracked spine, but it remains in solid, readable condition.Please note:-May include library or rental stickers, stamps, or markings.-Supplemental materials e.g., CDs, access codes, inserts are not guaranteed.-Box sets may not come with the original outer box. If it does, the box will not be in perfect condition. -Sourced from donation centers; authenticity not verified with publisher. Your satisfaction is our top priority! If you have any questions or concerns about your order, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for shopping with us and supporting small businessâ"happy reading!

Etat : Like New. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. An apparently unread copy in perfect condition. Dust cover is intact with no nicks or tears. Spine has no signs of creasing. Pages are clean and not marred by notes or folds of any kind.

Hard Back. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. 1st Edition. Lightly used. Lightly soiled and shelf worn DJ. Pencil inscription to FFEP. Rumphius (1627-1702), founder of Indonesian botanical exploration and one of the greatest naturalists of the seventeenth century, was the first to describe tropical orchids in a Western language. Within the pages of his monumental seven-volume Ambonese Herbal, written in Dutch, he included descriptions of thirty-six species of orchids found on the island of Ambon in eastern Indonesia, plus twelve uncertified ones. His detailed descriptions reflect both the accuracy of a scientist and the sensibility of a poet. This lovely book is the first to gather and translate into English all the sections of Rumphius' The Ambonese Herbal devotedto orchids. For each entry, Rumphius describes the plant, names it according to a pre-Linnaean system of nomenclature, gives its locality, and details its medicinal and non-medicinal uses. More than twenty beautiful line drawings accompany the entries. The volume includes ample notes to illuminate the text and an informative introduction that tells the life of Rumphius-a remarkable collector/naturalist who overcame fire, shipwreck, and blindness to produce his masterwork.

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Cloth - Hard Cover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good+. First Edition. 260 pages. Dust jacket shows a quarter inch closed tear along top fold. Jacket is otherwise bright, clean, and intact, and is now protected in a clear mylar sleeve.

Etat : very_good. This books is in Very good condition. There may be a few flaws like shelf wear and some light wear.

hardcover. Etat : New. Brand New.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. Hardbound in dust jacket.

Hard Back. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. 1st Edition. Appears unread. Aside from a hint of spine fade, essentially As New. Rumphius (1627-1702), founder of Indonesian botanical exploration and one of the greatest naturalists of the seventeenth century, was the first to describe tropical orchids in a Western language. Within the pages of his monumental seven-volume Ambonese Herbal, written in Dutch, he included descriptions of thirty-six species of orchids found on the island of Ambon in eastern Indonesia, plus twelve uncertified ones. His detailed descriptions reflect both the accuracy of a scientist and the sensibility of a poet. This lovely book is the first to gather and translate into English all the sections of Rumphius' The Ambonese Herbal devoted to orchids. For each entry, Rumphius describes the plant, names it according to a pre-Linnaean system of nomenclature, gives its locality, and details its medicinal and non-medicinal uses. More than twenty beautiful line drawings accompany the entries. The volume includes ample notes to illuminate the text and an informative introduction that tells the life of Rumphius-a remarkable collector/naturalist who overcame fire, shipwreck, and blindness to produce his masterwork.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. Octavo, 172 pages, illustrated.

Hardcover. Etat : Good. HARDCOVER Good - Bumped and creased book with tears to the extremities, but not affecting the text block, may have remainder mark or previous owner's name - GOOD Oversized.

Hardcover. Etat : Very Good. Etat de la jaquette : Very Good. First Edition. Type: Book.

Hard Cover. Etat : Fine. Etat de la jaquette : Fine. First Edition. li, 172pp, index, bibliography, bw ills. Or off-white cloth in jacket. As new. Rumphius (1627-1702), founder of Indonesian botanical exploration, was the first to describe orchids in a Western language. Within his 7 volume Ambonese Herbal, written in Dutch) he included desxcriptions of 36 orchids from the Indonesian island of Ambon, along with another 12 uncertified species. This book is the first to gather and translate into English all the sections of his Ambonese Herbal devoted to orchids. Size: 8vo.

Etat : Good. Buijze: Den Haag, 1997. Paperback, 60 pp., Facsimile, Dutch transcription and English translation. 12 x 20 x 0,5cm. In good condition.

Olive hardback cloth cover. Etat : Very Good. First Edition. VG : in very good condition with dust jacket. 240mm x 170mm (9" x 7"). xii, 256pp.

8vo, 172pp, black and white illustrations. A very good hardback copy in like dust jacket. . Translated, edited, annotated, & with introduction by E.M. Beekman.

Paper covers. Etat : Fine. No Jacket. 1st edition thus. Scarcely used. Weight: 1 Language: English.