OWEN CHARLES An Essay towards a Natural History of Serpents

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OWEN, CHARLES. An Essay towards a Natural History of Serpents. 7 engraved plates. xxiii, [1], 240, [12] pages, including subscribers' list. 4to, modern 1/4 red morocco with black morocco lettering piece; occasional minor marginal dampstaining, plates heavily toned with some light soiling, minor repairs on a few text leaves and one plate not affecting text or image. London: the Author & John Gray, 1742

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first edition. "Includes descriptions & anecdotes about American snakes, birds, & insects, e. g. a two-headed snake found in Chiapas, snakes commonly eaten in America, etc. Also includes references to Mexican cannibalism, Spanish cruelty to Indians, etc."--Alden 742/147. Nissen ZBI 3033.