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Paris: Des Ventes De La Doué, 1767. Hardcover. Very Good. Folding copperplates (18) illustrating scientic experiments. . Two Volumes duodecimo contemporary marbled calf, 5 raised bands, spine compartments and titles gilt (tips and spine-edges rubbed & 4cm patch of leather missing from font cover of Vol I) marbled end-papers & armorial bookplates with eagle & sailing-ships, top corner of 1st EP torn off All Edges Marbled. Sporadic light spotting and traces of light marginal waterstain to first 30 pages, otherwise very clean & crisp throughout, [1]Half-title & Avis au Relieur +[2]1st titlepage & blank +xv (inc 2nd titlepage) +[1] +424 +[2]pp errata +12 folding copperplates, [4](inc Vol II titlepage) +501 +[3]pp +6 folding copperplates. *Sigaud de Lafond was a pupil of the Abbé Nollet who produced an earlier work with the same title. Splendid folding copper-plates in pristine condition all illustrating scientific experiments.
International Aviation Meet. Grant Park Chicago. Panoramic Post Card. by (Aviation) Max Rigo Selling Company - 1911
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International Aviation Meet. Grant Park Chicago. Panoramic Post Card.
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Chicago, IL: Max Rigo, 1911. Folding panoramic postcard (290 x 195 mm). Professionally mounted, gazed, and framed using archival materials. Composite photographic image depicting the Chicago lakefront and early planes. The sender's and receiver's details filled out in black ink, and four landmarks noted on the image in the same hand. Marks from stamp, some toning and spotting of the verso, creasing and wear, particularly near the original folds (which are fragile) and at the corners and slightly affecting the image, small tape repair to one corner on the verso. Very good condition. A striking, oversized panoramic postcard photomontage depicting one of the most important aviation events prior to the First World War, the August 1911 International Aviation Meet at Grant Park in Chicago. The Chicago meet was the largest airshow held up to that time, only eight years after the first powered flight by the Wright Brothers. Over the course of nine days thirty-three amateur and professional aviators competed for cash prizes totalling just over $100,000, watched by an estimated 300,000 spectators. Lincoln Beachey, the world's premiere stunt pilot, set a world altitude record of 11,642 feet and two pilots, William R. Badger and St. Croix Johnstone, died in crashes. This postcard is a fantastical composite image depicting the airshow, incorporating photographs of the lakefront buildings, Grant Park, railway tracks, and crowd shots, and all merging into painted backdrops and "crowds". Fourteen planes are visible in the sky, and while most are painted, a few may have originally have been photographs. Another three are depicted on the ground or taking off, surrounded by people. This copy of the card was posted by "Laurie" of 1859 Sedgwick St, which is adjacent to Lincoln Park on the north side of town, and the recipient was "Miss Florence Ort" of Defiance Ohio. Laurie has additionally annotated the image, labelling for her friend Michigan Avenue, the famous Blackstone Hotel, opened just two years previously, the Auditorium theatre, and the Art Institute of Chicago.
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LECONS DE PHYSIQUE EXPERIMENTALE par M. Sigaud De Lafond, Demonstrateur de Physique Experimentale, & Maitre de Mathematiques
by Sigaud de la Fond, M. [Joseph] (1730-1810)
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The Assassination of Abraham Lincoln: Flight, Pursuit, Capture, and Punishment of the Conspirators
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O.H. Oldroyd. . 1901. Cloth, octavo, xviii and 305 pp. Foldout map attached at rear, in good shape. This edition was limited to 250 copies . This is recorded as 175. 305 pages. Illustrated with photos. Cardstock engraved plate of Lincoln and fold-out map are present. . Limited 1st Edition. 1901. Osborn Oldroyd (1842-1930) was one of the great collectors and early researchers on Lincoln and lived in Lincoln's Springfield home for several years in the 1880s. He accumulated thousands of items related to the president, many of which are at the Ford's Theater Lincoln Museum today. As part of this account Oldroyd describes personally retracing the route of John Wilkes Booth's flight, with a folding map of the route laid in. 82 illustrations including photographs from Oldroyd's collections, with an introduction by Thomas Maley Harris, a Union general who was on the commission to try the Lincoln conspirators and also authored books on the assassination. Signed by Author .
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An Answer to the Question, Why Are You a Christian?
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Boston: Apollo Press Joseph Belknap, 1795. A very nice copy of this scarce first edition. Recently rebound in half calf, with black marbled boards. Author's name and date in gilt to the spine. Binding is spotless. Internally complete, with some darkening to the initial pages. The page edges are rather chipped - but not affecting text. 43 pages. 250 by 160mm (9¾ by 6¼ inches). John Clarke (1755–1798) was a minister of the First Church in Boston, Massachusetts. Born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, he was educated at the Boston Public Latin School and Harvard University He joined the ministry of Boston's First Church in January 1778, and remained there until his death at age 42. He was a charter member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1780. & was associated with the Boston Library Society; the Humane Society of Massachusetts; and the Massachusetts Historical Society. Joseph Belknap was a Boston publisher. He was the son of a noted Congregationalist minister Jeremy Belknap, and a…
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1795 William Paley Christianity Philosophy USA REVOLUTIONARY WAR Provenance
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1795 William Paley Christianity Philosophy USA REVOLUTIONARY WAR ProvenanceWilliam Paley was an 18th-century English apologist whose works were concerned defending Christianity and the existence of God. During the Revolutionary War, Paley's works were a source of Christian inspiration to Americans and offered advice on moral philosophy to politicians. In his book 'Evidences of Christianity', Paley discusses God's true existence, observations of miracles, proofs of the authenticity of scripture, and much more.
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A view of the evidences of Christianity : in three parts
Philadelphia : Printed by Thomas Dobson, 1795.
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History of the backwoods, or, The region of the Ohio : authentic, from the earliest accounts, embracing many events, notices of prominent pioneers, sketches of early settlements
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1843 INDIANS 1ed History of Backwoods Ohio Shawnee French Indian War Frontier"One of the best compilations of frontier narratives!" (Howes)
A.W. Patterson's "History of the Backwoods" is a rare, 19th-century account of frontier life in the American west. This book covers some of the earliest settlements in Western Pennsylvania and Ohio. Though, perhaps the best resource this book offers is the numerous accounts of interactions with Native American Indian tribes – tribes including the Massawomees, the Allegawe, Delawares, and Shawnees. Patterson also covers major battles in the French and Indian War.
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A System of Astronomy. Containing the Investigation and Demonstration of the Elements of that Science.
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London:: J. Nourse, 1769., 1769. 8vo. x, ii, 368, [4] pp. 16 engraved folding plates, last two leaves contain the errata and advertisements. Original full calf, gilt-stamped raised bands; front cover reinforced with kozo. Bookplate of Rev. N. Hubbersty, Wirksworth [U.K.]. Very good. Scarce. First edition. Preface signed: 'W. Emerson'. Emerson was an English mathematician. "Unsuccessful as a teacher he devoted himself entirely to studious retirement, and published many works which are singularly free from errata. In mechanics he never advanced a proposition which he had not previously tested in practice, nor published an invention without first proving its effects by a model." – Britannica. Niccol- Guicciardini describes Emerson as among the group in Britain that developed Newtonian calculus during the eighteenth century. As Emerson was industrious he produced, perhaps by contract with his publisher John Nourse, several solid works on mechanics, mathematics and the present one on astronomy. All are…
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Le microscope a la porteÌe de tout le monde ou description, calcul & explication de la nature, de l'ufage & de la force des meilleurs microfcopes ; avec les meÌthodes neÌceffaires pour preÌparer, appliquer, confider & conferver toutes fortes d'objets, & les preÌcautions a prendre pour les examiner avec foin.
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1754 Microscope OPTICS Biology Chemistry Experiments Illustrated Baker ScienceHenry Baker was an 18th-century English naturalist known for his work with the microscope. Baker wrote two treatises on using the microscope; 'Employment for the Microscope' and 'Microscope Made Easy'. These works illustrate using a microscope, but they also include discoveries found whilst using one. Findings include salts found in urine, seeds of the vanilla bean, understanding the metals in vegetation, examining warts, the exposure and effects of sulfuric acid, observations of spider eyes and fangs, effects of light on oysters, formation of gems and their coloration, and in depth look into various salt crystals.
This 1754 French printing of 'Employment of the Microscope' is illustrated with impressive folding engravings of early microscopes, microscopic findings, and hardware inventions to improve the microscope.
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Markhams Farewell to hvsbandry : or, The enriching of all sorts of barren and sterile grounds in our nation, to be as fruitfull in all manner of graine, pulse and grasse, as best grounds whatsoever
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1656 Gervase Markham Farewell to Husbandry Agriculture FARMING Garden Rice WheatGervase Markham is one of the most prolific and well-known 17th-century authors of husbandry and jockey athletics. His book 'Farewell to Husbandry' is a rare work of agricultural history, focusing on the preservations and planting of grains and seeds. Other important topics include:
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Markhams Farewell to hvsbandry : or, The enriching of all sorts of barren and sterile grounds in our nation, to be as fruitfull in all manner of graine, pulse and grasse, as best grounds whatsoever
London : Printed by W. Wilson, for E. Brewster and George Sawbridge, 1656.
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1757 1ed Choctaw INDIANS GEORGIA & Carolina Colonies Americana London Magazine
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1757 1ed Choctaw INDIANS GEORGIA & Carolina Colonies Americana London MagazineA rare 1757 printing of the famed periodical, 'The London Magazine'. This volume includes notable topics such as:
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Biographical sketch of William Pitt
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Notes and journal descriptions of the Siege of Oswego during the French and Indian War
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Description of the Siege of Fort St Philip during the Seven Years' War
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An account of British plantations in American, South Carolina
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The London Magazine, Vol. XXVI.
London: printed for Baldwin, 1757.
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Institutions de geÌomeÌtrie : enrichies de notes critiques et philosophiques sur la nature et les deÌveloppemens de l'esprit humain
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1765 Institutions of Geometry Philosophy Psychology Math Illustrated Mathematics"Institutions of Geometry" is a rare, mid-18th-century philosophical treatise containing notes and commentary on the human mind by Jean Baptiste de la Chapelle. Chapelle, of course, also offers a discourse on mathematical principles designed to aid mathematics educators. Note that this 1765 French text contains numerous folding engravings throughout depicting geometric shapes and geometry problems.
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Institutions de geÌomeÌtrie : enrichies de notes critiques et philosophiques sur la nature et les deÌveloppemens de l'esprit humain
A Paris : Chez Debure pere ..., 1765.
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Marktech Optoelectronics Data Book
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Menands, NY, USA: Marktech International, Corp., 8888. 9840 20M : Circa late 80's-90's, Very Good condition Softcover Quarto, no date anywhere in this book, 1st edition presumed. Light edgewear of the wraps. Interior unmarked and tight.. 1st Edition. Paperback. Very Good. 4to - over 9" - 12" tall. Book.
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The Treasure Of Sierra Madre
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Traven, B. : The Treasure Of Sierra Madre. 1994 THORNDIKE PRESS LARGE-PRINT EDITION. Thorndike, Maine. EXLIB. Good/ No DJ if issued. ISBN0786201002. 533 pages. 5 ¾ X 8 ¾. Summary: "The story of three American adventurers who search for a lost gold mine in the mountains of Mexico. A tale of 'gold fever' and desperate greed." Basis for the Humphrey Bogart, John Houston film of the same name.
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The Sky and the Forest
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C.S. Forester: The Sky and the Forest. Little, Brown and Company, Boston. Stated First Edition First Printing Thus August, 1948. Cover price $2.75. Used. VG BOOK/VG UNCLIPPED DUST JACKET. A story of a central Africa. By C.S. Forester, author of the Admiral Hornblower series.
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A Beginner's Guide to True BASIC to Accompany Exploring Macintosh: Concepts in Visually Oriented Computing
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NY: J. Wiley. Poor; Covers heavily creased and water-damaged with portions of lift-off . on front cover, water stains at outer margins of text, some highlighting. . Large tear across front cover appears to have been glued with some . yellowish adhesive.. 1989. Softcover. 0471500798 . A scarce copy of this early Macintosh computer programming manual that unfortunately looks as if Homer Simpson used it as a coaster next to his nuclear plant computer keyboard. ; 4to 11" - 13" tall; 259 pages .
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Lucky You, What Science Has Done For Us
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Lucky You: What Science Has Done For Us J.B. Lippincott Stated First Edition. SCIENCE. Artfully illustrated by MUNRO LEAF. Good EXLIB in a Good unclipped $2.25 orig. price dust jacket. Last page states: 152 4.
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Murder for Christmas (A Midnite Mystery)
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Murder for Christmas, a Poirot Story by Agatha Christie (1944 Midnite Mystery) COPYRIGHT BY AGATHA CHRISTIE MALLOWAN: "It is Christmas Eve, and elderly Simeon Lee is found violently murdered in his locked office. The police are immediately called, but of course nobody has a clue until Hercule Poirot arrives..." USED. 1944 Books inc. Midnite Mystery. Copyright 1938 - 1939 Agatha Christie Mallowan. Good+/ No DJ. Black boards with gold titling on spine. Titles gilting is still nice Scarce.
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LUNAR IMPACT: A HISTORY OF PROJECT RANGER
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The Man In The Brown Suit
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703 ChristieBrownSuit The Man In The Brown Suit. By Agatha Christie. Publisher: The Bodley Head Ltd., London, 1958, Stated Fourth Impression Thus,1970. ISBN 0370006720. Please see our stock photos. EXLIB. Good Condition/Good Original Shakel & Ryder Dust Jacket with Yellow spine, black titling, woman and ship cover art. Protected in mylar wrap. "States new and redesigned Edition, Fourth Impression, 80p. Blue boards with black titling. Our book spine has skinned spot at the word "brown" from removal of scotch tape. Plot Summary: Who is he, the man in the brown suit? He says he is a doctor; but Anne Beddingfield, who witnesses the fatal accident at a London tube station, is quick to notice some curious features about him when he comes to the scene. Her investigation of the accident leads her into the thick of mystery. This novel is more than an ingenious puzzle: It is a gripping suspense story."
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Lahey Blackbeard Editor Reference Manual : Revision A 1990
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Incline Village, NV, USA: Lahey Computer Systems, Inc., 1990. Good condition Spiral Bound Softcover Octavo, Revision A, June 1990. Edgewear of wraps, with creasing at fold-over rear flap. Interior unmarked and solid.. 2nd Edition. Paperback. Good. 8vo - over 7" - 9" tall. Book.
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Lahey Personal Fortran Toolkit Reference Manual : Revision B
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Incline Village, NV, USA: Lahey Computer Systems, Inc., 1990. Very Good Minus condition Stapled Softcover Octavo, 1990, Revision B, June 1990. Edgewear of wraps, with creases along spine edge. Interior unmarked and tight.. 3rd Edition. Paperback. Very Good -. 8vo - over 7" - 9" tall. Book.
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