E. A. Bowles, "A Handbook of Crocus and Colchicum for Gardeners. With a chapter on changes of nomenclature by B. L. Burtt" (London, The Garden Book Club, 1955; first published 1924, revised 1952). Hardback, 222 pages plus several black and white and colour plates), measuring approximately 13.7 x 20.2 x 2.7cm. No dustjacket; the cover is marked and stained with bumping to edges and general age-related wear, whilst the pages are tanned throughout, especially to the edges.