- +27 82 328 2755
- [email protected]
- The Old Mushroom Farm, 11 Karkloof Rd, Howick, RSA
R0.00
R450.00
The Sea Fishes of Southern Africa – An early 1950 edition of J. L. B. Smith’s classic work on the marine fishes of Southern Africa, highly sought after by collectors of Africana, natural history and marine biology.
1 in stock
The Sea Fishes of Southern Africa by J. L. B. Smith is one of the most influential works ever published on the marine fishes of Southern Africa and remains an essential reference for collectors, marine biologists, anglers and natural history enthusiasts. First published in 1949, Smith’s pioneering research established this volume as the definitive work on the region’s marine fish fauna and secured its place among the classics of South African scientific literature.
Internationally renowned for identifying the living coelacanth, Professor J. L. B. Smith combined decades of field research with meticulous scientific observation to produce an authoritative guide to hundreds of marine fish species. Beautifully illustrated by Margaret M. Smith and other artists, The Sea Fishes of Southern Africa includes detailed species descriptions, identification keys and distributional information that continue to make it an important historical and scientific reference today.
Early editions of The Sea Fishes of Southern Africa are increasingly sought after by collectors of Africana, ichthyology, marine biology and natural history. Whether acquired for its scientific significance, historical importance or attractive gilt-decorated binding, this volume represents a cornerstone of South African publishing and remains one of the most desirable works on the subject.
An excellent addition to any collection of natural history, zoology, South African scientific literature or maritime history, this early edition The Sea Fishes of Southern Africa offers both lasting reference value and strong collector appeal.
Condition -Very Good
1950 hardcover without dust jacket. Original green cloth boards are faded with light edge wear and minor rubbing. The gilt decoration on the front board and spine remains bright and clearly legible. Liquid staining is present to the lower fore-edge, affecting the front endpaper through to page 49. The binding remains sound and the book is complete.
