Spencer Thomson — Wayside Weeds

London, Groombridge and Sons, 1864 . First edition. Cloth. A very scarce, first edition of this illustrated study of wild plants found on the wayside, by Spencer Thomson. First edition, in the publisher's original green cloth binding, with gilt detailing. Very scarce. Written by plant biologist Spencer Thomson, who wrote a number of books on plant life and natural history. This particular work explores the plants found on the waysides in Britain, including clovers, ferns, thistles and honeysuckle, amongst many more. With over one hundred charming vignettes to accompany the text.Bookbinder labels of 'Morley' and 'Bone & Sons' to the front and rear paste downs. In the publisher's original green cloth binding, with gilt detailing. Externally, smart, with light bumping to the head and tail of the spine. The occasional mark to boards. Bookbinder labels to the front and rear paste down. Hinges slightly strained but holding firm. Internally, generally firmly bound. Split in the binding between page 96 and 97. Pages bright and clean, with the odd spot to the first and last pages. Very Good . Ill.: Not Stated. Very Good .