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Munn, O.D.; S.H. Wales and A.E. Beach, eds - Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXIV. No. 5. January 28, 1871

Title: Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXIV. No. 5. January 28, 1871
Description: New York, Munn & Co. 1871. First edition. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. [63-78] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Lead article: Improved Vertical Portable Engine with large engraving of the Griffith & Wedge Vertical Portable Engine by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900). Contents: Combined Tool; Cast Iron Chimney; Automatic Toy; Improved Pliers; Perpetual Motion; Improvement in Car Brakes; Combined Section Boiler and Marker; Improved Gate; all with engravings; plus other articles. Clean and bright with thin dampstain on lower margin, a very good copy.

Keywords: , Science & Medicine, technology, Magazine

Price: US$ 50.00 Seller: Kaaterskill Books
- Book number: 42274

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