1876 Scarce French First Edition on Resurrection Plant - Rose of Jericho by David Hess.

The book: A scarce and sought-after first French edition of "La Rose de Jericho", the meticulous study on the Resurrection Plant - commonly known as the Rose of Jericho - by David Hess. This edition, beautifully translated by Isabelle de Montolieu, offers an in-depth exploration of this fascinating plant, known for its incredible ability to "resurrect" from a dried state when exposed to water. Especially notable is the inclusion of a hand-colored folding plate that meticulously dissects the botanical stages of the rose: from its bloom, to its dry state, and its astonishing rehydration in water. A remarkable and rare find, particularly with the binding's provenance - the gilt monogram of Frances Anne Vane, Marchioness of Londonderry, is elegantly showcased at the head of the spine.

The author: A scarce and sought-after first French edition of "La Rose de Jericho", the meticulous study on the Resurrection Plant - commonly known as the Rose of Jericho - by David Hess. This edition, beautifully translated by Isabelle de Montolieu, offers an in-depth exploration of this fascinating plant, known for its incredible ability to "resurrect" from a dried state when exposed to water. Especially notable is the inclusion of a hand-colored folding plate that meticulously dissects the botanical stages of the rose: from its bloom, to its dry state, and its astonishing rehydration in water. A remarkable and rare find, particularly with the binding's provenance - the gilt monogram of Frances Anne Vane, Marchioness of Londonderry, is elegantly showcased at the head of the spine.