Astronomical and geographical essays : containing, I. A full and comprehensive view, on a new plan, of the general principles of astronomy. II. The use of the celestial and terrestrial globes, Exemplified in a greater Variety of Problems, than are to be found in any other Work; they are arranged under distinct Heads, and interspersed with much curious, but relative Information. III. The description and use of the Armillary Sphere, planetarium, Tellurian, and Lunarium. IV. An introduction to practical astronomy; Or, the Use of the Quadrant and Equatorial. Second edition. By George Adams, Mathematical-Instrument Maker to his Majesty, and Optician to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Adams, George, 1750-1795.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Globes.

Astronomy.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xix,[1],599,[1],15,[1]p.,XXI plates )

Other Title:

Astronomical and geographical essays

Place of Publication:

London : printed for the author, by R. Hindmarsh, Printer to His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, No. 32, Clerkenwell-Close; and sold by the author, No. 60, Fleet-Street, M.DCC.XC. [1790]

Notes:

The final section, separately paginated but with continuous register, consists of 'A catalogue of mathematical and philosophical instruments, made and sold by George Adams, ..

Reproduction of original from British Library.

Cited in:

English Short Title Catalog, T88409.

OCLC:

642721882