A mathematical manual or delightful associate containing a description of the celestial globe . . . terrestrial globe, . all kinds of maps etc.,

HATTON, EDWARD

Published by S. Illidge, 1728

About this Item

First edition S. Illidge, London, 1728, woodcut initials, head- and tail-pieces and diagrams, Contemporary panelled calf, preserved in custom box. An interesting work from an author who is known for his early survey of London. The Mathematical Manual includes: The description and use of the celestial globe; Astronomical problems, relating to the moon chiefly; containing rules for computing time; The description and use of the terrestial globe; A description and use of maps; A description and use of the sector; The making, description, and use of the line of numbers, or logarithms, commonly called Gunter's-line; Mysterious curiosities in numbers; or, Numerical novelties; Instructions how to take heights, depths, and distances, several ways, great or small. Provenance: John Rolle, 1st Baron Rolle (1750-1842, MP and subject of the satirical Rolliad); John Leigh Smeathman Hatton (1865-1933, mathematician and Principal of East London College) (bookplates) [Tomash & Williams H77]. Seller Inventory # 6300

Bibliographic Details

Title: A mathematical manual or delightful ...

Publisher: S. Illidge

Publication Date: 1728

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition