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Antique Book Modern Practical Farriery, WJ Miles, English Language, Circa 1900

Antique Book Modern Practical Farriery, WJ Miles, English Language, Circa 1900

£695.00
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Our Stock # 18.9697

This is an antique copy of Modern Practical Farriery, by W.J. Miles et al. An English language, hard bound non-fiction book, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900.

Full title, as follows: Modern practical farriery - a complete guide to all that relates to the horse, its history, varieties, and uses; breaking, training, feeding, stabling, and grooming; how to buy, keep and treat a horse in health and disease, etc.;  forming a complete system of the veterinary art, as at present practised at the Royal Veterinary College, London / by W.J. Miles, M.R.C.V.S.L.; with numerous illustrations and a series of anatomical plates, engraved from original drawings from nature, by Benjamin Herring, Esq.; to which is added an essay on the diseases and management of cattle, sheep, and pigs by J.L. Lupton, M.R.C.V.S.

  • Intact order, with some light marks but remarkably presentable for age and intended use - occasional pressed leaves throughout
  • Superb frontispiece in colour, redolent of contemporary William Morris print works
  • Delightful illustrations of famous Victorian horses, cattle and anatomical interest
  • In three volumes, the titular resource, a guide to cattle and sheep and Diseases of Cattle, Sheep and Pigs
  • Set across three sections of 536, 153 and 96 pages respectively

This is a fascinating resource of Victorian equine interest and in a pleasingly intact and presentable order. A treat for those with an interest in veterinary studies or collectors alike. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 26.5cm (10.5'')
Max Depth: 5cm (2'')
Max Height: 31cm (12.25'')


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