1799 Botanical Glossary by Thomas Martyn — Antique Linnaean Science Book (Rebound)

A rare and beautifully preserved 1799 botanical glossary by Thomas Martyn, Professor of Botany at Cambridge. Newly rebound in a durable yet sympathetic style, this volume includes detailed explanations of terms used in plant taxonomy and features fine plates rooted in Linnaean classification. A rich artefact for collectors of scientific literature, vintage botany, or early educational texts. In very good condition. Thirty Eight Plates with explanations intended to illustrate Linnaeus's System of Vegetables and particularly adapted to the letters on the elements of Botany.

Dimensions: 22cm x 14cm x2cm.

The book is a testament to 18th-century botanical science and artistry and is perfect  for collectors of rare and antique books, botany enthusiasts and lovers  of historical art and natural history.

• Author & Date: Thomas Martyn, 1799 — a Cambridge professor and noted botanist

• Title: Explanations of Terms Used in Botany, aligning with Linnaean taxonomy

• Content: Glossary-style text plus botanical plates — ideal for collectors, historians, and artists

• Condition: Rebound for longevity, with preserved original title page and inner content

• Audience Appeal:• Academic collectors: Strong scientific lineage

• Botanical art fans: Elegant visual reference

.  Fold in top margin on page 31 

Printed London for J White at Horace's Head Fleet Street 1799