This 2-volume set includes 'A Textbook of General Botany for Colleges and Universities' by Richard M. Holman & Wilfred W. Robbins, published by John Wiley & Sons in 1949 (Fourth Edition, Twentieth Printing), and 'An Introduction to Plant Biochemistry' by Catherine Cassels Steele, published by G. Bell & Sons in 1949 (Second Edition, Revised). Both books are in good condition. The covers show some damage like scuffing, staining, soiling, sunning, and shelf-wear. The 'Biochemistry' book has an open tear at the head of the spine. The text blocks have foxing and discoloration due to soiling, sunning, and age. The 'Botany' book has a stamped mark from a previous owner on the text block. Both books are slightly cocked and have marks from previous owners on the front free-ends. The 'Botany' book has heavy discoloration on pastedowns and free-ends, while the 'Biochemistry' book has foxing. The papers have slight sunning but are otherwise clean, bright, intact, and legible. The bindings are tight and sturdy.
These textbooks are great for students or enthusiasts interested in botany and plant biochemistry. To use them, simply open the books and start reading the chapters to gain knowledge in these fields. When handling the books, be gentle as the covers have some damage and the pages may be a bit fragile due to their age. Store them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent further damage. If you need to clean the books, use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the covers. Avoid using any liquids as they could cause more harm to the old paper.
