Mammalia, Recent and Extinct : An Elementary Treatise for the use of the Public Schools of New South Wales

This 1873 edition book was explicitly produced as a school text for NSW - a fact that makes it even more unusual and historically significant. Part B. Pinnata. Seals, Dugongs, Whales &c., &c., &c., A rare colonial school natural history text, combining scientific description with educational intent to teach Australian zoology using Australian produced material. Consisting of 141 pages plus index pages at rear. Soft blue covers with brown tape over spine. Covers soiled with minor tears to front cover. Pages may have minor soiling / creasing, however they remain tight within.