British Insects: A Familiar Description of the Form, Structure, Habits, and Transformations of Insects. By: E. F. Staveley. Published by : L Reeve, GB. 1871, first edition. 16 colour plates tissue guarded (incl. frontispiece) and 71 woodcut illustrations. Condition: Full black leather (probably by Bickers & Son London - their small stamp). All covers have twin gold frames. Highly ornate spine has raided bands and gold rules. Gold on brown title label. Gold armorial of Royal Agricultural College stamped on front cover with their presentation label (hand dated 1882) on front pastedown. All edges and endpapers marbled. Fairly clean tight text but some spotting throughout - plates only slightly spotted. Some wear to covers and spine. Book is in very good minus condition with minor but noticeable signs of wear and/or age. 392+16 [publisher's catalogue] Please view & used photos for further cond1tion detail. Ship tracked & insured.