The Practical Astronomer, Comprising Illustrations of Light and Colours - Practical Descriptions of All Kinds of Telescopes - The Use of the Equatorial-Transit - Circular, and Other Astronomical Instruments.

Thomas Dick

Published by Harper & Brothers, New York City, 1846

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The Practical Astronomer, Comprising Illustrations of Light and Colours - Practical Descriptions of All Kinds of Telescopes - The Use of the Equatorial-Transit - Circular, and Other Astronomical Instruments. By Thomas Dick and printed in New York City by Harper & Brothers. 1846, 437 pp, 7.25 x 4.75 , 8vo, hardcover cloth binding with gilt lettering and cover design. In overall good condition, with rubbing and wear to boards and spine. Loss of cloth along border of spine and boards. Minor hinge wear to front of book. Text block remains bound well with minor wear. Filled with numerous black-and-white sketches and illustrations throughout. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce astronomical piece by Thomas Dick (1774-1857) a British minister, writer, and scientist. COLN1846ACDB-0823-aj0396. Seller Inventory # COLN1846ACDB-0823-aj0396

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Title: The Practical Astronomer, Comprising ...

Publisher: Harper & Brothers, New York City

Publication Date: 1846

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Good

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