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London: Printed for J. Walthoe, J. Knapton, D. Midwinter...[et al.] 1729 Fifth edition of Evelyn's most celebrated. The first edition (Sylva) was published in 1664, and has the distinction of being the first official publication of the Royal Society. Later editions contain additional material. Brown calf ruled in gilt with a gilt-lettered spine. Edges speckled red. . Folio. Title page printed in red and black. Textual engravings and diagrams in addition to engraved borders, headbands, tailpieces, and initial letters. A few leaves misnumbered and a few gatherings missigned. Binding extremities lightly worn and rubbed with some minor chipping to spine and back cover. Crown of spine worn away less than 1/4." Very minor foxing. Engraved armorial bookplate on front pastedown. A very good copy. John Evelyn (1620-1706) is well known for his work Diary. In 1652, he commenced working on the garden at Sayes Court, which began his interest in botany and garden history. This led to his writing…