Wu, Z. Y. et al. (eds.) — Chinese vegetation.

Beijing, Science Press, 1980. Thick 8vo (25.7 x 18.5 cm). 1375 pp.; 96 plates with numerous b/w photos; a few maps and other text illustrations. Green blind-stamped buckram with gilt title on the spine. Pictorial black, green and gilt-printed dust jacket. = A rarely-seen, massive work, richly illustrated. The photos show landscapes, vegetation, agriculture, etc. Published on behalf of the Chinese Vegetation Editorial Committee. In Chinese. The book block is too heavy for the binding, hence the front inner joint has become weak. A pocket mounted on the rear pastedown is empty. Otherwise an excellent, clean and unmarked copy.