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1302 - ADAMS, George. Astronomical and Geographical Essays: containing, I. A Comprehensive View of the General Principles of Astronomy … IV. An Introduction to Practical Astronomy; or the Use of the Quadrant and Equatorial, London (R. Hindmarch) 1789. In-8°, contemporary calf binding, corners worn, weak hinges, ribbed spine, cap torn off, red morocco label. Pp. xx + 665 + [15] with frontispiece and 21 folded engraved plates.
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ADAMS, George. Astronomical and Geographical Essays: containing, I. A Comprehensive View of the General Principles of Astronomy … IV. An Introduction to Practical Astronomy; or the Use of the Quadrant and Equatorial, London (R. Hindmarch) 1789. In-8°, contemporary calf binding, corners worn, weak hinges, ribbed spine, cap torn off, red morocco label. Pp. xx + 665 + [15] with frontispiece and 21 folded engraved plates. First edition of the best-selling work by George Adams, Jr., which had six editions in England and at least two in the United States. The last 15 pages constitute a catalog of instruments manufactured by Adams. H & L 8930Millburn (Adams) 391-2. Provenance: library of Jean-Nérée RONFORT (1943–2012)
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