TISSANDIER GASTON (1843-1899) Nauchnye razvlecheniya: Znakomstvo s zakonami prirody putem igr, zabav i opytov, ne trebuyushchikh spets. priborov [Scientific amusements: Familiarisation with the laws of nature through games, amusements and experiments not requiring special instruments]. translated from French under the direction of F. Pavlenkov; with additions by V. Obreimov. - 4th edition. St Petersburg: F. Pavlenkov, 1896. - 6], 272 pages: illustrations, 1 plate of illustrations; 23 cm. in Russian With 535 illustrations in the text. In a period composite binding, with fragments of the publisher's cover pasted to the binding. In good condition. Rubbing to binding, tears along spine on some pages, stains and traces of damp. A well-known book by the French naturalist and populariser of science Gaston Tissandier (1843-1899), who introduces readers to science through various natural phenomena and offers attractive physics and chemistry experiments using everyday materials. At the buyer's request, we would be happy to provide a general condition report on 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.