A scarce first edition field guide covering the 116 native fern species of Victoria and Tasmania, written by noted Australian naturalist and botanist N.A. Wakefield. Published by the Field Naturalists Club of Victoria, it features detailed descriptive notes, distribution information, and black and white photographic plates and line illustrations throughout, including images by noted nature photographer W.H. Nicholls. A useful reference for botanists, fern enthusiasts, and collectors of Australiana natural history titles.

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First edition softcover in clean, well-preserved condition. Covers bright with minimal wear to spine and corners; text block tight and clean throughout, with no markings, tears, or foxing noted on interior pages. A handsome, near fine copy of a scarce Australiana field guide.