History of Science, Technology, and Philosophy in The 16th, 17th, and 18th Centuries, 2 Volumes

Originally published in 1935. The second edition arranged by Dr. D. McKee of University of London w/ corrected errors and extended bibliographies. A monumental accomplishment in the History of Science; Book 1 attempts to "give a full portrait of the mind of the 16th and 17th centuries when "the foundations of modern science and philosophy were laid." Book 2 on the 18th century, the Age of Enlightenment," gets equally comprehensive examination. Both volumes have blue cloth-covered boards w/light to moderate edge and shelf wear and gilded titling on spines. Both have strong bindings a hinges. Both have clean, bright text w/a total of 661 photo or artistic illustrations. The DJ on volume 1 is sunned and lightly worn; on volume 2 the DJ is sunned and more heavily worn at the spine. Inquiries encouraged. Photos available. Professional book seller with storefront since 1975. All orders carefully packaged and promptly shipped.