DEMOOR, V. P. G. Tobacco: historical, botanical and chemical description. Climate. Cultivation. Harvesting. Freshness. Products. Drying methods. Dryers. Preservation. Trade. Brussels: Libraire Universelle de J. Rozez; Imp. Adolphe Mertens, [1860s]. In French. 180 pp. 18x12 cm. Hardback. Leather spine with gilt title and decoration. Marbled endpapers. Minor scuffing to binding. Victor Pierre Ghislain (or Victor Petrus Gislenus) De Moor (1827-1895) was a Belgian veterinary surgeon and botanist. In 1862, he was one of the founding members of the Royal Botanical Society of Belgium. At the buyer's request, we would be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to carry out their own inspection or consult a specialist of their choice for a full assessment of the condition of the lot. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD 'AS IS' IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.