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Wild Flowers of the United States

Wild Flowers of the United States

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Condition: Good

Condition Notes: Ex-Library Books. Cover show moderate shelf wear with rubbed edges and one of the books having a small tear on the head of spine. Besides your normal library book markings these pages are clean and in great shape. Bindings are tight.

Author(s): Harold William Rickett
Edition: 1st Edition

Binding: Hardcover

Language: English

Publisher: McGraw Hill Book Company

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This monumental, encyclopedic botanical masterpiece stands as the definitive visual and descriptive record of the indigenous floral life across North America. Sponsored directly by the New York Botanical Garden, the sprawling narrative purposefully rejects dense, intimidating academic jargon, delivering its complex identification keys and ecological breakdowns in a clear, non-technical language tailored for both professional botanists and amateur nature enthusiasts. The text systematically divides the continent's diverse ecosystems into six distinct geographical areas: the Northeastern States, the Southeastern States, Texas, the Southwestern States, the Northwestern States, and the Central Mountains and Plains. Every single featured species is meticulously documented alongside hundreds of full-color photographic plates, precise technical line drawings, and regional distribution maps printed on the multi-colored cloth endpapers. Functioning as an indispensable historical archive of American conservation, this comprehensive treasury remains a crowning achievement in natural history publishing.

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Book Condition Scale

  • Like New

    This book is in excellent condition and appears to have been read only once. The pages are clean and unmarked, with no creases or stains. The binding remains firm and tight. There may be minimal signs of shelf wear on the cover or dust jacket, but overall, the book looks and feels nearly new.

  • Very Good

    This book has been read but remains in great condition. It does not look new, yet there is no obvious damage to the cover. Wear and tear are minimal. The pages are clean, free of highlighting or notes, though it may contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Good

    This book shows moderate to heavy signs of wear that can include creases, stains or tears. The cover may have minimal damage, and the binding remains intact with slight wear. The majority of pages are undamaged, though there may be some highlighting, underlining, or notes. It may also contain identifying marks from a previous owner or bookstore.

  • Acceptable

    This book shows significant wear, which may include tears, large stains, creases, loose pages, and heavy notes, underlining, or highlighting. The binding may be loose but remains intact. While it has noticeable imperfections, it is still a complete and readable copy. Any major defects will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • As Is

    This book is visibly worn and may be heavily soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted. It may have loose joints, hinges, or pages, and some text or pages may be missing. Large tears and other significant defects may be present. While still a readable copy, it shows substantial signs of use. Any major flaws will be clearly noted in the listing.

  • Dust Jacket Grading

    (A) Excellent
    The dust jacket is in excellent condition, may show the slightest signs of shelf wear, if any.

    (B) Good
    Shows minor shelf wear, usually along edges and may have a few light stains.

    (C) Fair
    Displays moderate shelf wear, including some noticeable small tears, creasing and/or stains.

    (D) Poor
    Contains large tears, several creases, and/or heavy staining.

    (F) As Is
    Shows significant wear and tear. Majority of dust jacket is torn or missing. May contain heavy staining.