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Published by Liverpool, 1959
Seller: Invisible Books, Brighton, United Kingdom
Softcover. Condition: Good. paperback in jacket, bookplate on reverse of cover, edge foxed, front cover set a little forward, no problem with text pages.
Published by Oxford: Old Ashmolean Reprints, 1926., 1926
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Add to basketSoft cover. Condition: Good. 4.5 x 7 inches. xvi, 76 pp. Card wraps. Printed dustwrapper. Small tears to spine-ends of wrapper, toning. Good.
Published by Oxford: At the Old Ashmolean, c. 1926. Old Ashmolean Reprints III., 1926
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Published by EEBO Editions, ProQuest, 2010
ISBN 10: 111778746X ISBN 13: 9781117787466
Language: English
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Publication Date: 2025
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Add to basketLeatherBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 74. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1605 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 74.
Published by Oxford, U.K.: Old Ashmolean Reprints, (1926). (1926)., 1926
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Add to basketCondition: Good. - Small octavo, softcover bound in printed tan wrappers. The binding is darkened & soiled with the titling on the spine faded. The head of the spine & the top edge of the front wrap are chipped. xvi & 76 pages. Illustrated with black-and-white tables & diagrams. The contents are very good. Good. Old Ashmolean Reprints III. A reprint originally prepared for a meeting of the British Association in 1926 and thereafter available from the editor. The book was originally published in London in 1555. Digges offers rules for forecasting the weather, as well as various disasters such as wars, death, drought and sickness, through the study of the planets and other natural phenomena.
Published by Library Archive Services/Fibre Limited, 1985
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Add to basketSoft cover. Condition: Fine. DIGGES, Leonard. A Prognostication Euerlasting of Right Good : Effect Fruitfully Augmented by the Author Contayning Plaine Briefe Pleasant Chosen Rules to Judge the Weather By the Sunne Moone Starres Comets Rainbow Thunder Clowdes. With Other Extraordinary Tokes Not Omitting the Aspects of Planets with Briefe Judgement for euer of Plentie Lacke Sicknes Dearth Warres &c. Opening also many Naturall Causes Worthie to be Knowne. To thse and other now at the last are joyned diuers generall pleasant Tables, with many compendious Rules, easie to be had in memorie, manifold, wayes profitable to all men of understanding. Published by Leonard Digges Gentleman. Lately corrected augmented by Thomas Digges his sonne. Library Archive Services/Fibre Limited, (np/nd) ca. 1985. 10"x8.5" 111pp. With charming illustrations throughout the work. Limited edition to 150 copies. Thick, heavy plasticized wrappers with a cloth spine. Very fine condition.
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Add to basketLeatherBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 106. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1927 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 106.
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Add to basketLeatherbound. Condition: NEW. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 98. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1926 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Volume c.1 Language: English Pages: 98 Volume c.1.
Publication Date: 2025
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Add to basketLeatherbound. Condition: NEW. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 298. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1590 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 298.
Published by London : Widow Orwin 1596 / Modern Reprint, No Reprint Date 0, 1596
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Add to basketSoft Flex Covers w Cloth Spine. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. Illus with b/w Drawings + Charts (illustrator). Modern reprint, no edition stated. Full title page reads: A Prognostication Euerlasting ( Everlasting ) of Right Good : Effect Fruitfully Augmented by the Author Contayning ( Containing ) Plaine ( Plain ) Briefe ( Brief ) Pleasant Chosen Rules to Judge the Weather By the Sunne ( Sun ) Moone ( Moon ) Starres ( Stars ) Comets Rainbow Thunder Clowdes ( Clouds ) With Other Extraordinary Tokes Not Omitting the Aspects of Planets with Briefe Judgement for euer ( forever ) of Plentie Lacke Sicknes Dearth Warres &c ( Plenty Lack Sickness Death Wars etc) Opening also many Naturall ( Natural ) Causes Worthie ( Worthy ) to be Knowne ( Known ). To thse and other now at the last are joyned ( joined ) diuers ( divers ) generall pleasant Tables, with many compendious Rules, easie to be had in memorie, manifold, wayes profitable to all men of understanding. Published by Leonard Digges Gentleman. Lately corrected augmented by Thomas Digges his sonne ( son ). Paper / Soft cover reprint edition in very good condition, slight wear to edges. Glossy card covers with cloth spine. Archival reprint / replica of original edition. Privately published. Overall good copy of this scarce title. Excellent read. A good book to enjoy and keep on hand. Or would make a great gift for the fan / reader in your life. Limited edition of 150 copies. ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Leonard Digges (1520 to1559), father of Thomas Digges, was a well-known English mathematician and surveyor, credited with the inventions of the telescope and theodolite, and a great popularizer of science through his publications in English. In a way, his son followed in his footsteps and was a pivotal player in the popularization of Copernicus's book De revolutionibus orbium coelestium. The first publication of many by Leonard Digges was A General Prognostication published in 1553, which became a best-seller as it contained a perpetual calendar, collections of weather lore and a wealth of astronomical material, until then largely only obtainable through books published in Latin or Greek. It was revised in 1555 (the earliest surviving edition) and again in 1556 with the title A Prognostication everlasting. Subsequent editions reprint the text from 1556; editions from 1576 and later include additional material by his son. Title page of Leonard Digges's Pantometria (1591) ; Leonard Digges is also sometimes credited with independently inventing the reflecting, and probably the refracting telescope as part of his need to see accurately over long distances during his surveying works. In the preface to the 1591 Pantometria, (a book on measurement, partially based on his father's notes and observations) Leonard's son Thomas lauded his father's accomplishments. Some of the praise of the son for the father appears to be extravagant exaggeration, while other claims appear more credible. In 1554, Leonard Digges took part in an unsuccessful rebellion led by the Protestant Sir Thomas Wyatt against England's new Catholic Queen Mary who took over the throne in 1553 from her father Henry VIII. Digges was condemned to death, but escaped capital punishment, instead forfeiting all his estates. TEXT IS IN OLD ENGLISH. 112 pages, illustrated with astronomical drawings and charts. Limited edition of 150 copies. Book.
Published by Richard Field, 1590
Seller: Sokol Books Ltd. ABA ILAB, London, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Good. 4to. Pp. (xiv) 380 (ii). Black letter, some Roman and Italic. Tp with ornamental woodcut, full page woodcut arms of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester (1532-1588) overleaf, outer edge trimmed. Woodcut floriated initials, ornamental tail pieces. Small woodcut mathematical diagrams, tables and shapes, large fold out diagram of 'The Scale of Pases', another showing a battle formation with soldiers, weapons and figures. Full page armorial woodcut and large printer's device at end. Bookplate of Thomas Francis Fremantle, Lord Cottesloe (1862-1956) on pastedown. C16/C15 printed stubs in Gothic letter. Ms pencil annotations to contents pages with page numbers. Slight age yellowing, light water stain towards outer edge of first few leaves and to final blank, worming to lower blank margin pp. 290-350, a few blank corners torn away. A handsomely bound, good clean copy with generous margins in contemporary calf, gilt ornamental decorative pattern to centre of covers with smaller gilt decorative pattern around, ornamental gilt spine, joints a bit rubbed, small repair to head of spine and corners, some rubbing to edges, case or shelf mark to foredge, aer. Impressive second edition of this important treatise on military mathematics by the father and son mathematicians and scientists, Leonard (c. 1515-1559) and Thomas Digges (c. 1546-1595). Leonard allegedly invented the theodolite, an instrument which measured angles in order to survey landscapes, as well as an early version of the telescope and he more generally popularised science through his many successful publications. Colin Ronan claims that Leonard was, in fact, the first inventor of the telescope instead of Galileo (Ronan, 'Leonard and Thomas Digges', 1992). Thomas published the first book on Copernican theory in English, and collaborated with, expanded on and annotated a great deal of his father's works. The men were fascinated with geometry, navigation and mathematics, especially the intersection of these with military and artillery related matters. In January 1554 Leonard Digges took part in the unsuccessful revolt against the marriage of Philip II of Spain with Mary I, led by Protestant Sir Thomas Wyatt, and was convicted and sentenced to death. He was pardoned however, but died a few years later, leaving his young son to the guardianship of John Dee (1527-1608), a Renaissance natural philosopher. Like his father, the younger Digges took an interest in military matters on top of his scholarly research. He was a Muster-Master General for the English forces from 1586-1594 during the war with the Spanish in the Netherlands. This work derives from preliminary notes and research by Leonard, but was compiled and published by Thomas. The Stratioticos was first published in 1579 in three books, of which the first was based on a surviving draft in Leonard's hand. The 1590 edition was expanded by Thomas and is a fine example of military science from this era. The book begins with a short introduction on basic arithmetical principles, taken from notes compiled by Leonard, and then commences with an algebraic sum which calculates the efficient use of a soldier, with examples, as well as an in depth discussion of the differing ranks in an army and the associated good and bad traits of these. Underlying this was the possibility of the Earl of Leicester taking an expedition against the Spanish in the Netherlands. The younger Digges had been advising Leicester on this mission and the book was even given to Leicester to read in manuscript form. A key theme of the work is Digges' insistence on the preparedness of soldiers and military discipline and the qualities of the ideal military leader. Cockle 25 states "one of the best military books of the time". He also asserts "Digges (junior) criticises Santbech, Ruscelli, and others, who, he says, attempted to write on the science of gunnery, without having knowledge of mathematics." ESTC S109690; Lowndes II 646; Cockle 25. L3435.
Published by London, Abell Ieffes, 1591
Seller: Sokol Books Ltd. ABA ILAB, London, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. 2nd Edition. Folio. pp. [viii], 152, 151-195, [iii]. [A] B-2C . Roman, Italic and Black letter. Decorative woodcut initials and head- and tail-pieces throughout. Fine woodcut mathematical and topographical diagrams and illustrations, including to t-p, depicting the use of geometrical instruments and the process of land-surveying. Large woodcut arms of Sir Nicholas Bacon (the dedicatee, father of Sir Francis Bacon) to verso of t-p, unidentified arms to verso of Cc3, book-labels of Erwin Tomash and Harrison D. Horblit on pastedown. A particularly fine copy, absolutely crisp and clean, with good margins (some deckle edges), in contemporary limp vellum, remains of ties. Second and best edition of Thomas Digges' fundamental mathematical work, revised and expanded from the edition of 1571, and the first description of many important theories and techniques in English. Digges (1546-1595) was the son of the mathematician and surveyor Leonard Digges (1520-1559), inventor of the theodolite and perhaps also of the telescope. Thomas produced revised or augmented editions of several of his father's works. "This edition is essentially identical to the first with two significant additions by Thomas Digges: the Mathematicall discourse of the five Platonicall solides and the first treatment of the science of ballistics in English. Also added to Book I is a short chapter (three leaves) on surveying in mines. Leonard Digges published a small book on practical surveying in 1556, but this more ambitious work was still in manuscript when he died. Thomas, his son, further extended the work and had it published. The early material is essentially that to be found in the works of such authors as Gemma Frisius and Peter Apian (quadrants, astrolabes with shadow scales, etc.). However this book, and his earlier work Tectonicon, are the first descriptions of the application of these instruments written in English. All of the early instruments rely on the use of right-angle triangles in establishing a survey. Digges deals with a different type of survey instrument in a later part of this volume. This is the first description and illustration of the theodolitethe name being coined by Digges in this work. This device consisted of a table with an angle- sighting device mounted above it. . Another intriguing feature of this work is that Digges, in Chapter 21 of the first book, discusses the use of various optical devices and claims that: "ye may by applycation of glasses in due proportion cause any peculiare house, or roume thereof dilate and shew it selfe in as ample fourme as the whole towne firste appeared, so that ye shall descerne any trifle, or read any letter lying there open" Digges senior had obviously been experimenting with a magnifying lens, and it seems very likely that he invented the telescope about a half-century before it was unambiguously described in Holland in 1608. The first book, titled Longimetra, is a treatise on surveying using the quadrant, square and theodolite. The subsequent books, Planimetra and Stereometra, cover plane and solid geometry and their use in the calculation of area and volumeparticularly gauging." Tomash & Williams The Pantometria provides a complete course in practical geometry, from the fundamentals ("A Line is a length without breadth or thicknesse") to the most complex theorems. The work concludes with the first appearance of Digges' work on ballistics, a new addition to the present edition. "He was able, on the basis of his own and his father's experiments, to disprove many commonly held erroneous ideas in ballistics but was not able to develop a mathematical theory of his own. These appendixes constitute the first serious ballistics studies in England" (DSB). A very fine copy of this most important work. ESTC S107357. STC 6859; Cockle 16. Spaulding and Karpinski 49. DSB IV, 97 (attributing the Pantometria to Leonard Digges). Tomash & Williams D54 [This copy]. The Geometry of War 45.
Publication Date: 2025
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Add to basketLeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1605 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 78 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 78 Language: English.
Publication Date: 2013
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2013, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1605. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 63, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 63.
Publication Date: 2024
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Middle English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1599. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Middle English, Pages:- 65, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. [Please Note:- Text Dark] 65.
Publication Date: 2024
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1605. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 74, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 74.
Publication Date: 2025
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Add to basketLeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1617 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 98 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 98.
Published by Abell Jeffes, London, 1591
First Edition
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Add to basketFirst edition. "the first serious ballistic studies in England" (DSB). Second and best edition of this important Elizabethan work on practical geometry, in which "for the first time, we have indications of an instrument which we may call a reflecting telescope" (King,The History of the Telescope, p. 29). This second edition contains several appendices by Thomas Digges, not present in the first edition, which constitute "the first serious ballistic studies in England" (DSB). The book also contains the first description and illustration of the theodolite. The first edition is an extremely rare book no copy has sold at auction since the Kenney copy in 1966 (and that copy was defective). "This edition is essentially identical to the first with two significant additions by Thomas Digges: the 'Mathematicall discourse of the five Platonicall solid' and the first treatment of the science of ballistics in English. Also added to Book I is a short chapter (three leaves) on surveying in mines The early material is essentially that to be found in the works of such authors as Gemma Frisius and Peter Apian (quadrants, astrolabes with shadow scales, etc.). However, this book, and his earlier work Tectonicon, are the first descriptions of the application of these instruments written in English. All of the early instruments rely on the use of right-angle triangles in establishing a survey. Digges deals with a different type of survey instrument in a later part of this volume. This is the first description and illustration of the theodolite the name being coined by Digges in this work. This device consisted of a table with an angle-sighting device mounted above it Another intriguing feature of this work is that Digges, in Chapter 21 of the first book, discusses the use of various optical devices and claims that: "ye may by applycation of glasses in due proportion cause any peculiare house, or roume thereof dilate and shew it selfe in as ample fourme as the whole towne firste appeared, so that ye shall descerne any trifle, or read any letter lying there open." Digges senior had obviously been experimenting with a magnifying lens, and it seems very likely that he invented the telescope about a half-century before it was unambiguously described in Holland in 1608. The first book, titled 'Longimetra,' is a treatise on surveying using the quadrant, square and theodolite. The subsequent books, 'Planimetra' and 'Stereometra', cover plane and solid geometry and their use in the calculation of area and volumeparticularly gauging" (Tomash & Williams). Leonard Digges (ca. 1520-ca.1559) refers to a work on practical surveying in A Prognostication Everlasting (1556), but it remained unpublished at his death. His son Thomas (ca.1545-1595) edited the work and added substantial new material of his own (see below) and had it published in 1571. Pantometria deals with the reckoning of distances, areas and volumes, and with instrumental and computational techniques for surveying and mensuration, justified in terms of civic and military utility and of pleasure. His account of quadrants, astrolabes with shadow scales, etc, was influenced by Peter Apian and Gemma Frisius, but his are the first descriptions of the use of these instruments written in English. Digges also describes three new instrumentsthat could be combined to form what he called a 'topographicall instrument'. These were a vertical quadrant with shadow square that wasintended to measure heights; a square with inscribed quadrant and alidade, mounted on a staff; and a circular plate divided into degrees with a centrally mounted alidade, to which Digges gave the name 'theodelitus'. Leonard Digges was a close friend of John Dee, whose private library contained many texts by Roger Bacon. It was probably during visits to Dee's house that Leonard came across Bacon's references to lenses and the ability to use them to 'cause the sun, moon and stars in appearance to descend here below.' Stimulated by Bacon's work, and.
Publication Date: 2021
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2021, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1555. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Vol:- Volume c.1, Pages:- 94, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. Volume c.1 94.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
£ 25.72
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1556. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 100, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 100.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1605. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 134, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 134.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1578. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 134, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 134.
Publication Date: 2024
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
£ 26.68
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1590. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 298, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 298.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
£ 34.92
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Middle English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1596. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Middle English, Pages:- 117, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. [Please Note:- Text Cut] 117.
Publication Date: 2025
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
£ 41.56
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Add to basketLeather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Middle English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1591. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Middle English, Pages:- 209, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. [Please Note:- Text Black And Text Break] 209.