Volcans et Tremblements de Terre [Bibliothèque des Merveilles]

Zurcher, Frédéric; Élie Margollé (Text by); E. Riou (Illustrated by). Volcans et Tremblements de Terre [Bibliothèque des Merveilles]. Paris: Librairie Hachette et Cie, 1872. Third edition. Octavo. [4], 307, [1]pp. Original gilt and blind-stamped blue cloth with gold lettering on spine and front cover. All edges red. Interesting popular summary of the more prominent facts and theories connected with nature’s most striking phenomena. This work is exquisitely illustrated with 61 in-text and full-page wood-engravings after illustrations by E. Riou. Faint discoloration on binding. Moderate shelf wear. Minor and sporadic foxing throughout. Text in French. Binding and interior in overall good+ condition. g. Hardcover. (34231) $45