Animate Creation; Popular Edition of "Our Living World," A Natural History by The Rev. J.G. Wood. Revised and Adapted to American Zoology by Joseph B. Holder. Fully Illustrated with Scientific Accuracy. Printed in New York City by Selmar Hess. 3/4 leather hardcover with gilt lettering. A nicely bound and complete set featuring hundreds of illustrations, ranging from small, in-text black-and-white sketches to full-page color plates. Includes a description of the Passenger Pigeon, then almost extinct, on p. 436 of Volume IV. MEASUREMENTS: 12-7/8" high x 10" wide. CONDITION: Overall good, with some rubbing and chipping to leather and cloth on boards. Hinges remain in overall good condition and text blocks remain nicely bound. Some scuffing and loss of cloth to edges and corners of boards. Illustrations remain bright and in good condition. Additional light wear as expected with age and careful use. AJ. IMPORTANT: Before bidding, please read the terms and conditions. When you registered for the auction you agreed to these terms and will be required to comply with them.