Essays Microscope Containing Practical by George Adams (34 results)

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Paperback. Condition: New.

Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. In English.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st edition, 1787, text and plates in one volume; 9 x 10.5 inches approx, original binding with four raised bands, comprising half- title page, allegorical frontis., title page, dedication to the King, Preface, list of authors consulted, advertisement for other titles by the same author, Table of Contents, 'Essays on The Microscope' (pp 1 - 711 ), Index (pp 713 - 720 ) / 'Plates For The Essays on The Microscope', title page, folding plates numbered 1 - 31, however one is numbered XXVI and one is numbered 26, hence 32 plates in all, showing microscopes and microscopic specimens |||| Condition: covers are poor, boards have lost calf covering and back board is completely detached; backstrip remains firmly attached with title lettering clearly visible (though with crack through the word microscope | volume is square and but for one plate (see below ) all pages remain securely bound | marbled endpapers are scuffed and partly detached from boards | frontis. page has some loss at side edge and has spill mark in gutter (please see image) | title page and main text show some yellowing due to age, and light general wear; later pages (688 - 720 ) are creased in side margin, but text is unaffected (please see image) | some plates are damaged, as follows: plate III - page is detached, with significant tears along fold and old tape repair to reverse, which loosely attaches to the preceding plate (please see image); plate X is badly worn along fold; plate XIII completely split along fold (please see image); plate XXII worn along fold with loss at top and tail; other plates vary in condition, about half being near-fine - fine, and half showing wear along edges and/or folds | Please note this copy does not include a catalogue of instruments made by the author ||| As only a limited number of images can be included here, please get in touch if you require additional images of this item ||| Carefully packaged and dispatched from UK within two working days.…

Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

1 text volume and 1 plates volume. Second edition of a detailed and thoroughly illustrated account of microscopes and their use by the famous London optician George Adams (1750-1795), mathematical instrument maker to King George III, first published in 1787, but here with both the text and illustrations greatly expanded. Adams earned a worldwide reputation as a maker of spectacles and microscope lenses and wrote many scientific publications that give regular and systematic instruction in the most important branches of natural science with all its modern improvements, including the present one devoted to microscopes. With an owner's inscription of the Edinburgh Royal Society on the title-page of the text volume and an inscription, perhaps by the Glasgow professor of medicine, eye surgeon and fellow of the Royal Society Thomas Wharton Jones (1808-1891) on the first contemporary endpaper of the plates volume: "For the Royal Society Edinburgh from their . humble servant / Mr Jones". Bindings only very slightly worn. Frontispiece and title-page slightly foxed, also some foxing throughout the text volume. Otherwise in good condition.l ESTC T88415; Hagen, p. 2; Horn & Schenkling 39; Nissen ZBI 24; Pritzel 18; cf. Poggendorff I, p. 10 (1787 ed.). Uniform 20th-century dark blue morocco, blind-stamped spine with title in gold, grey marbled sides, marbled endpapers and new endpapers, brown sprinkled edges. With an allegorical mezzotint frontispiece in sepia in the text volume and 32 numbered double-page plates (numbered I-XXXII) mounted on guards, printed from 36 copper plates (plates 2, 7, 23 and 24 each from 2 copper plates distinguished as A and B) with hundreds of figures showing microscopes, associated equipment and microscopic views of insects, microbes, shells and tissue samples. Pages: XVII, [7], 724, 14, 2 pp.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 795 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1798. Text in English. This work provides a comprehensive exploration of microscopy, detailing the construction and use of advanced microscopes of the late 18th century. It includes practical descriptions, observations on insects, and studies of microscopic organisms, offering valuable insights into early scientific practices and technological advancements in the field. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - This is many of the old books which has been considered important throughout the human history. They are now extremely scarce and very expensive antique. So that this work is never forgotten We republish them in high quality, using the original text and artwork so that they can be preserved for the present and future generations.This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.…

Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt. KlappentextrnrnThis is many of the old books which has been considered important throughout the human history. They are now extremely scarce and very expensive antique. So that this work is never forgotten We republish them in high quality, usin.…

Softcover. Condition: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 724 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1798. Text in English. This work by George Adams (1750-1795) is a comprehensive study on the microscope and its applications, particularly in the field of entomology. The book provides a detailed practical description of the most advanced microscopes of the time, along with a general history of insects, richly illustrated with thirty-two folio plates. It serves as a valuable resource for historians of science and technology, as well as for collectors of early scientific literature. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. …

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Reproduction of the original, first published in 1787. Late 18th-century British scientific treatise on optical microscopy and natural history. The volume details the history and mechanical construction of improved microscopes, optical principles of light and vision, and detailed anatomical observations of insects and microscopic organisms.…

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1798 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: 904 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: 904 Language: English.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Essays on the Microscope; Containing a Practical Description of the Most Improved Microscopes, a General History of Insects, etc., etc. | George Adams | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2021 | Alpha Editions | EAN 9789354942020 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - Reproduction of the original, first published in 1787. Late 18th-century British scientific treatise on optical microscopy and natural history. The volume details the history and mechanical construction of improved microscopes, optical principles of light and vision, and detailed anatomical observations of insects and microscopic organisms.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Essays on the Microscope | Containing a Practical Description of the Most Improved Microscopes, a General History of Insects, etc., etc. | George Adams | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2026 | Antiquum Novum Verlag | EAN 9783387545296 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted 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 1787. 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: - 870, 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. 870 870.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Essays on the Microscope | Containing a Practical Description of the Most Improved Microscopes, a General History of Insects, etc., etc. | George Adams | Buch | Englisch | 2026 | Antiquum Novum Verlag | EAN 9783387545289 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: preigu GmbH & Co. KG, Lengericher Landstr. 19, 49078 Osnabrück, mail[at]preigu[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. …