Title: Priced and Illustrated Catalogue of Mathematical Instruments: And Materials for Drawing, Surveying, and Civil Engineering (1883)
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Publication Date: 2010
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1164874888
ISBN 13: 9781164874881
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Weight: 0.62 pounds

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Priced and Illustrated Catalogue of Mathematical Instruments: And Materials for Drawing, Surveying, and Civil Engineering (1883) is a comprehensive guide to the tools and materials used in the fields of mathematics, drawing, surveying, and civil engineering. The book was written by James W. Queen and Company, a prominent manufacturer and distributor of scientific instruments in the late 19th century.The catalogue is organized into several sections, each devoted to a specific type of instrument or material. These include rulers, compasses, protractors, levels, theodolites, surveying chains, and drafting materials such as pencils, pens, and tracing paper. Each item is accompanied by a detailed description of its features and specifications, as well as a price list.The book is lavishly illustrated with over 1,000 engravings and photographs, providing a visual guide to each instrument and material. The illustrations are accompanied by detailed captions that explain the function and use of each item.Priced and Illustrated Catalogue of Mathematical Instruments: And Materials for Drawing, Surveying, and Civil Engineering (1883) is a valuable resource for historians of science and technology, as well as for anyone interested in the history of mathematics, engineering, and surveying. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the tools and techniques used by scientists and engineers in the late 19th century, and serves as a reminder of the importance of precision and accuracy in these fields.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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