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Science.- Hooper (William) Rational Recreations, in which the Principles of Numbers and Mathematics are...elucidated, 4 vol., first edition, 65 folding engraved plates, engraved bookplate of Francis Enys of Penryn, Cornwall, contemporary speckled calf, red morocco labels (two lacking), rubbed, joints split, 8vo, for L. Davis, J. Robson [&c.], 1774.

⁂ Covering natural scientific phenomena and experiments, illusions and tricks including diving bells, fireworks, magic lanterns, card tricks etc.

Lot 18

Science.- Hooper (William) Rational Recreations, 4 vol., first edition, 65 folding engraved plates, contemporary calf, 8vo, for L. Davis, J. Robson [&c.], 1774.  

Hammer Price: £320

Description

Science.- Hooper (William) Rational Recreations, in which the Principles of Numbers and Mathematics are...elucidated, 4 vol., first edition, 65 folding engraved plates, engraved bookplate of Francis Enys of Penryn, Cornwall, contemporary speckled calf, red morocco labels (two lacking), rubbed, joints split, 8vo, for L. Davis, J. Robson [&c.], 1774.

⁂ Covering natural scientific phenomena and experiments, illusions and tricks including diving bells, fireworks, magic lanterns, card tricks etc.

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