Philosophical Society of Glasgow Proceedings Chemistry Blind braille 1844 book

Published by Publication Date: 1844

(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Glasgow, Philosophical Society, Proceedings, Metallurgy, Social Welfare, Coal, Life Insurance). Proceedings of the Philosophical Society of Glasgow. Vol I. Published 1844, Glasgow by Richard Griffin and Co.276 pages. Text in English. Two lithographed plates and Mr. Alston's embossed plate (however not Braille) for the blind to read. Text is extensively about chemistry, but also dozens of other topics, all found in a detailed index at rear. Publisher's cloth binding, gilt title lettering, embossed bands & cover decorations. Text block pages remain largely "unopened" as issued. Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Book is not new or in "new" condition. Binding gently age worn, text block cracked in middle and now loosened, spine cloth chipped at ends and along joints, mostly light or inoffensive signs of handling and time but nothing severe or unsightly, book remains overall attractive as an object. Paper is gently toned, still clean, tight, sound internally. Still attractive on the shelf. The book displays a pleasing and unique age patina and is in overall nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws which may be present seem easy to overlook or forgive. Please review photos for more detail showing how this book survives. The asking price reflects the condition based on our examination and 35+ years full time exposure to antiquarian books, maps and printed ephemera of all types and genres. Flaws seen and/ or described have been taken into account. Book Measures c. 9 1/4" H x 6" W.[B12940]. Seller Inventory # B12940

Bibliographic Details

Title: Philosophical Society of Glasgow Proceedings...
Publication Date: 1844
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: good