1883 Rare Book - Insectivorous Plants by Charles Darwin. Illustrated.

Author: Charles Darwin, M.A., F.R.S.
Title: Insectivorous Plants.
Publisher: New York: D. Appleton and Company, 1883.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.75 x 5.5 inches.
Pages: x-462 pages + publisher's catalog..
Binding: Near fine original orange cloth binding with decorative black embossing on the front cover and spine, featuring gilt lettering (hinges fine, one corner slightly bumped - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. A rare find in such a nice condition!
Content: Very good, near fine content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown, small cold stamp ex-libris of a previous owner on the front and rear endpapers - as shown).
Illustrations: Illustrated with detailed diagrams and figures, including scientific depictions of insectivorous plants such as Drosera (Sundew) and Dionaea muscipula (Venus Flytrap).

The book: This work by Charles Darwin represents a pivotal contribution to botanical science, delving into the fascinating world of carnivorous plants and their evolutionary adaptations. It explores the mechanisms by which these plants capture and digest insects, offering insights into natural selection and plant physiology. This 1883 edition is a treasure for any collector of Darwiniana or history of science.

The author: Charles Darwin (1809–1882), a towering figure in the history of science, revolutionized our understanding of the natural world with his theory of evolution by natural selection. His extensive studies in botany, geology, and zoology laid the foundation for modern biology. Insectivorous Plants reflects Darwin’s meticulous research and passion for uncovering the complexities of life.