Plates illustrating a new edition of Ferguson's lectures on mechanics, hydrostatics, hydraulics, pneumatics, optics, geography, astronomy, and dialling.

FERGUSON, James ; BREWSTER, David [edit.] ; PATTERSON, Robert [edit.]

Published by M. Carey, 1814

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1814 Ferguson Physics ATLAS Inventions Astronomy Isaac Newton Optics Brewster James Ferguson was a prominent Scottish physicist and astronomer known for his lectures and studies on mechanics, hydraulics, optics, and astronomy. These public lectures on experimental philosophy and physics were repeated throughout various towns in England and eventually transcribed for publishing. This 1814 printing of the lectures of Ferguson includes impressive, folding engravings depicting mechanical inventions, gears, optics, hydraulics, clocks, and globes. Item number: #40107 Price: $750 FERGUSON, James ; BREWSTER, David [edit.] ; PATTERSON, Robert [edit.] Plates illustrating a new edition of Ferguson's lectures on mechanics, hydrostatics, hydraulics, pneumatics, optics, geography, astronomy, and dialling. Philadelphia : M. Carey, 1814. Details: Collation: Complete o 48 engraved plates Language: English Binding: Leather; tight and secure Size: ~8.75in X 5.5in (22.5cm x 14cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 40107 Photos available upon request.

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Title: Plates illustrating a new edition of Ferguson's lectures on mechanics, hydrostatics, hydraulics, pneumatics, optics, geography, astronomy, and dialling.
Publisher: M. Carey
Publication Date: 1814
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine

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