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Here is a basic chronological layout of each section of "Some Considerations Touching the Usefullnesse of Experimental Naturall Philosophy."

1) The chapter (essay) of the book discussing a specific topic
2) "Citations" section -- what we would…

Image of several penciled-in manicules in the margins of "Some Considerations Touching the Usefullnesse of Experimental Naturall Philosophy." Handwriting of the manicules appears consistent throughout.

Image of the end sheets of "Some Considerations Touching the Usefullnesse of Experimental Naturall Philosophy." The book was been re-bound in 1969, which is evident by the date stamp on the bottom right of the pasted-down papers on the inner book…

Image of the binding of "Some Considerations Touching the Usefullnesse of Experimental Naturall Philosophy." The book has been re-bound, with half calf binding. Likely re-bound in 1969.

Image of the marbled paper cover of "Some Considerations Touching the Usefullnesse of Experimental Naturall Philosophy" and image of the ornate fore-edge decoration.

Chapter in F. O. Morris' A History of British Birds

Depictions and descriptions of various birds.

Depictions and descriptions of snakes.

Introduction to the Bestiarium, as well as a depiction and description of lions.

Depiction and description of Elephants.