The gem of the Peak; or Matlock Bath and its vicinity. An account of Derby; a tour: from Derby to Matlock; . . . A review of the geology of Derbyshire; catalogue of the minerals and rocks, and of the flora of the High and Low Peak. . . . Fourth edition.
by ADAM, W
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About This Item
Longman and Co.; Henry Mozley and Sons, Derby; W. & W. Pike etc., Derby; W. Adam, Successor to Mawe, Matlock Bath . . ., 1845. 1845 xviii, [4],438, [4] p. 2 folding maps (county map by Moule) , 8 tinted litho plates, many wood engravings in the text. Contemporary green half calf, marbled side. Spine with raised bands and contrasting lettering piece. Paper sides lightly rubbed, vertical crease to front endpaper. Otherwise a very good copy. Tight and clean.
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- COBNAR BOOKS (GB)
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- 1803
- Title
- The gem of the Peak; or Matlock Bath and its vicinity. An account of Derby; a tour
- Author
- ADAM, W
- Book Condition
- Used
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Longman and Co.; Henry Mozley and Sons, Derby; W. & W. Pike etc., Derby; W. Adam, Successor to Mawe, Matlock Bath . . .
- Date Published
- 1845
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