SHAW, George. General Zoology or Systematic Natural History, London: G. Kearsley, 1800-26, 27 parts and index volume, 8°, FIRST EDITION, 27 engraved titles and 1215 plates by Heath and Griffith (some plates spotted, occasional offsetting or spotting), contemporary sprinkled calf, contrasting morocco lettering pieces (some lacking, a few spines chipped, extremities rubbed). [Mullens & Swann p. 530; Nissen IVB 870] (28)

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SHAW, George. General Zoology or Systematic Natural History, London: G. Kearsley, 1800-26, 27 parts and index volume, 8°, FIRST EDITION, 27 engraved titles and 1215 plates by Heath and Griffith (some plates spotted, occasional offsetting or spotting), contemporary sprinkled calf, contrasting morocco lettering pieces (some lacking, a few spines chipped, extremities rubbed). [Mullens & Swann p. 530; Nissen IVB 870] (28)

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This work, begun by Shaw and completed by James Francis Stevens after Shaw's death, "contains descriptions, synonyms and notes on habits of the various species; illustrated by excellent engravings" (Zimmer p. 587).

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