Title: Weltall und Menschheit. Geschichte der Erforschung der Natur und der Verwertung der Naturkr Komplett. (5 Vols)
Author: Kraemer, Hans (Ed.)
Publisher: Bong & Co.
Type: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Notes: Complete five volume original uniformly bound set featuring featuring gray cloth covered boards (11.25" H x 8" W) wrapped in brown leather and gilded decorations along edges and spine; also features copper embossed engravings on front covers and gilt lettering along spines. Each volume, covers broad areas of scientific inquiry and features lavish illustrations in color and b/w some of which are folded and tissue protected. Bindings tight and square; contents clean and unmarked. Marbled endpapers. Vol I - 492pp; Vol II - 518pp; Vol III - 468pp; Vol. IV - 442 pp; Vol V - 458pp. An outstanding display of German publishing craftsmanship around the turn of the 20th century. Text in German. First edition. Additional photos available upon request. All items carefully packed to avoid damage from moisture and rough handling. Sku: 024231
