Author: WILKINS JOHN
Title: Mathematicall magick· Or, The wonders that may be performed by mechanicall geometry. In two books. Concerning mechanicall powers. motions. Being one of the most easie, pleasant, usefull, (and yet most neglected) part of mathematicks. Not before treated of
Description: London, printed by M[iles]. F[lesher]. for Sa: Gellibrand at the brasen Serpent in Pauls Church-yard. 1648. Period Calf, 8vo. Book measures 6 1/2 x 4 1/4 inches.Collation, [14], 295pp, text illustrations throughout, of which there are 17 more substantial text or near full page illustrations. [ lacking frontis, possible last blank or advertising leaf ]. Bound in full period or early calf. At some time the boards and spine have been repaired. Binding in very good clean firm condition. Internally, title page has been rubbed/worn on top secition, [ erasing the title lettering '' Mathematicall magick ''. ], staining to top left-hand corner of first 100 pages, becoming ligher as it continues. Pages in good condition throughout. A nice copy, in a good solid period binding. Very Good.

Keywords: mechanical geometry. mathematics


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