Memoir of Nathaniel Bowditch. Prepared for the Young.
John L. Emmons
From ROBIN RARE BOOKS at the Midtown Scholar, Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.
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AbeBooks Seller since 21 November 2006
From ROBIN RARE BOOKS at the Midtown Scholar, Harrisburg, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 21 November 2006
About this Item
Memoir of Nathaniel Bowditch. Prepared for the Young. By John L. Emmons and printed for the Warren Street Chapel. Published in Boston by James Munroe and Company. 1841, 158 pp, 7 x 4.5 , 12mo, hardcover green cloth. In fair condition, with rubbing and wear to boards. Loss of some binding to spine. Hinges remain in good condition with minor wear and text block is bound well. Variety of old-hand and modern marginalia at front of book. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce memoir on the life of American ocean navigator and mathematician Nathaniel Bowditch, best known as the author of The New American Practical Navigator, which remains onboard every United States Navy vessel. COLK1841ABCX-0823-aj0331. Seller Inventory # COLK1841ABCX-0823-aj0331
Bibliographic Details
Title: Memoir of Nathaniel Bowditch. Prepared for ...
Publisher: James Munroe and Company
Publication Date: 1841
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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