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Language: English
Published by Legare Street Press 10/27/2022, 2022
ISBN 10: 1019164182 ISBN 13: 9781019164181
Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. A Compendious System of Natural Philosophy: With Notes, Containing the Mathematical Demonstrations, and Some Occasional Remarks: In Four Parts. Book.
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Seller: Ria Christie Collections, Uxbridge, United Kingdom
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Published by Legare Street Press 2022-10, 2022
ISBN 10: 1019164182 ISBN 13: 9781019164181
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Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
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Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating realm of natural philosophy, exploring the fundamental principles that govern the physical world as understood in the early 18th century. The author meticulously examines the works of renowned philosophers such as Descartes and Newton, comparing and contrasting their theories on matter, motion, and the cosmos. Stepping away from abstract metaphysical concepts, this book embraces a practical approach, emphasizing the significance of experiments and observations in unraveling the mysteries of nature. The author skillfully guides readers through a captivating journey, covering a wide range of topics, including the properties of bodies, the forces of attraction and repulsion, the laws of motion, and the mechanics of fluids and gases. Furthermore, the book delves into the captivating realms of optics and astronomy, shedding light on the behavior of light, the intricacies of the solar system, and the celestial dance of planets and stars. The author masterfully blends scientific rigor with eloquent prose, making complex ideas accessible to a broad audience. By illuminating the intricate connections between seemingly disparate phenomena, this book not only provides a comprehensive understanding of natural philosophy but also inspires a sense of wonder and appreciation for the elegant order that underpins the universe. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book first published in 1738 and subtitled "With Notes, Containing the Mathematical Demonstrations, and some Occasional Remarks," explores the realm of optics and the associated fields of catoptrics and dioptrics. Beyond examining the nature of light and colors, the author discusses the phenomenon of the rainbow. The body of work reflects the state of scientific knowledge in the 18th century and presents insights into the prevailing understanding of light, color, and vision during that era. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, a dive into the history of optics, explores the nature of light and color, and the applications of lenses. Written in the 18th century, it demonstrates humans' fascination with the composition of light that endures to the present day. The author, an optics professor, elucidates the principles governing the reflection and refraction of light, the nature of rainbows, and the human eye's perception of color. He also discusses the development of microscopes and telescopes, exploring the immense impact these tools have had on our understanding of the natural world and the universe beyond. The book's blend of scientific rigor and historical context offers a unique perspective on the evolution of optical science and its continuing relevance in the pursuit of knowledge. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Language: English
Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC Okt 2022, 2022
ISBN 10: 1019164182 ISBN 13: 9781019164181
Seller: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germany
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Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC Okt 2022, 2022
ISBN 10: 1019159448 ISBN 13: 9781019159446
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Published by Samuel Harding, 1744
Seller: Royoung Bookseller, Inc. ABAA, Ardsley, NY, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 29 x 13 xm. Two volumes in four parts with six title pages as follows: Preface (1743), Part I (1744), Part II (1737), Part III (1743), Part IV (1742-1743). With the continuation leaf for Part III of the second section, errata, and an Index for the Whole after Part IV. Text covers Mechanics, Hydrostatics and Pneumatics, Optics, and Astronomy. A total of 41 copper-engraved fold-out plates -- Vol. I (9), Vol. II (4), Vol. III (15), Vol. IV (13). Rowning, Rector of Anderby, Lincolnshire, and a Fellow of Magdelene College, Cambridge, developed the first mechanical device for solving polynomial equations. Although the machine works for any degree in theory, it was only practical for quadratics. ALLIBONE, Vol.II, p.1885. Raised bands, spine panels decorated in gilt, spine labels lacking, minimal text toning, back cover joints cracked -- at middle of Vol. I and foot, Vol. II -- but firm. Spine labels lacking. Overall, a clean, sound set. Contemporary full brown calf. Very good. 2 vols.