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A powerful and visually striking 1930s volume, The Science of Life is one of the great collaborations of the early …
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A powerful and visually striking 1930s volume, The Science of Life is one of the great collaborations of the early 20th century — authored by H. G. Wells, Julian S. Huxley, and G. P. Wells. Part encyclopedic science text, part philosophical inquiry, part artistic wonder, it remains a cultural landmark.
This edition is bound in a deep indigo cloth with an embossed human figure motif — a bold, almost Art Deco silhouette that feels modern even a century later. The gilt spine still gleams, giving the book a scholarly, sculptural presence when styled on a shelf or console.
Inside, the pages are filled with early biological diagrams: cell structures, embryology, growth studies, evolutionary charts — each printed with that soft, tactile 1930s ink that collectors adore. Despite its age, the interior is remarkably clean and bright.
Whether displayed in a study, a mid-century living space, a creative office, or a cabinet of curiosities, this book adds instant depth and character. It’s a piece that inspires curiosity the moment you see it — a perfect blend of science, design, and literary history.
A substantial, beautiful, and fascinating classic.
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- Dimensions
- 5.5ʺW × 2ʺD × 8ʺH
- Styles
- Illustration
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Whether displayed in a study, a mid-century living space, a creative office, or a cabinet of curiosities, this book adds … moreWhether displayed in a study, a mid-century living space, a creative office, or a cabinet of curiosities, this book adds instant depth and character. It’s a piece that inspires curiosity the moment you see it — a perfect blend of science, design, and literary history. less
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