DARWIN, Charles "The Descent of Man" [John Murray, 1861] 1st Edition, 3rd Issue

"The Descent of Man, and Selection in Relation to Sex" by Charles Darwin [John Murray, 1861]. First Edition, Third Issue ("Seventh Thousand"). Two volumes, original green cloth. The first appearance of the word "evolution" in Darwin’s works, marking a pivotal moment in the history of science. A well-used but complete set: Volume I with covers loosening from the binding; Volume II with water staining and binding partially exposed. Wear to extremities, with small splits at the heads of both spines. Scattered pencil marginalia highlighting passages of interest. Ownership inscription in pencil to front flyleaves: W.C. Crofts, Adel, August 1871 — Crofts, an English architect, entrepreneur, and photographic pioneer. Good condition, with notable provenance.