The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex. London: John Murray, 1871. — DARWIN, CHARLES. 1809-1882.

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Estimate: $2,500–$3,500 hammer
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Sale: Bonhams — Fine Books and Manuscripts, Pasadena, Sheraton Pasadena Hotel · 14 February 2016
Record ID: TB-2026-1752527
Record: first seen 23 Jul 2026 · updated 23 Jul 2026 · source ↗
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Darwin, The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex. London: John Murray, 1871. Bonhams, 14 Feb 2016, lot 81. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-1752527.

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Darwin, The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex. London: John Murray, 1871. Bonhams, 14 Feb 2016, lot 81. result recorded. TheBasis.Art, TB-2026-1752527.

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