F R S James Ferguson / Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Issac Newton's Principles

Description: Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Issac Newton's Principles Author: James Ferguson, F.R.S. Title: Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Issac Newton's Principles Publication: London: J. Johnson, et al. 1799 Edition: 10th Description: Full Title: "Astronomy Explained Upon Sir Issac Newton's Principles, and made easy to those who have studied Mathematica. To which are added A Plain Method of finding the Distances of all the Planets from the Sun, by the transit of Venus over the Sun's Disc, in the Year 1761. An Account of Mr. Horrox's Observation of the transit of Venus in the year 1639: and, of the Distances of all the Planets from the Sun, as deduced from Observations of the Transit in the Year 1761." Complete with 18 fold out images and diagrams (including frontispiece) as well as numerous tables. Modern rebinding with new endpapers, marble boards, and leather spine; title label and 5 gilded lines on spine. Some discoloration and tears in fold outs, but all present and legible. Some minor spotting in the text, mostly opposite tables or engravings, all text legible. I did not see any notes or markings. Overall a very good copy. Pages: (10) 503 (16)Dimensions: 8½ x 5½ x 1¾. Very Good+. Seller ID: 1799AEU-FER-10-VG Subject: Antiquarian, Astronomy, Non-Fiction, Science John and Tabitha's Kerriosity Bookshop Enter some text here about your business. Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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