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The Quest for Longitude : The Proceedings of the Longitude Symposium Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts November 4-6, 1993
by Andrewes, William J. H
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- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Fine condition/Fine dust jacket
- ISBN 10
- 0964432900
- ISBN 13
- 9780964432901
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About This Item
Cambridge, Massachusetts: Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, Harvard University, 1996. Appears unread. Fine condition in a Fine dust jacket. NO chips. NO tears. NO rubbing. NO fading. Bright, shiny, clean, square and tight. Sharp corners. Hinges are perfect. NOT a library discard. NO owner's name or bookplate. NOT a remainder. Fresh, crisp and unmarked. 260 illustrations, 120 in color. Bibliography. Index. Bound in the original gilt-stamped dark green cloth. From the dust jacket: "THE QUEST FOR LONGITUDE traces the fascinating story of finding longitude at sea from about 1500, when voyages across the oceans began to increase significantly, to about 1790, when the marine chronometer had been developed as a reliable instrument by which longitude could be determined. Through hundreds of illustrations and detailed studies written by leading authorities in the field, this volume places the early history of finding longitude at sea in the context of many subjects, including astronomy, cartography, the history of science and technology, mathematics, navigation, and time." Oversize Hardcover. 8.75" wide by 11.25" tall. This large, heavy book will require extra postage for Priority and International shipments, but only the standard charge for media mail.. First Edition. Oversize Hardcover. Fine condition/Fine dust jacket. vii, 437pp. Great Packaging, Fast Shipping.
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- Title
- The Quest for Longitude : The Proceedings of the Longitude Symposium Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts November 4-6, 1993
- Author
- Andrewes, William J. H
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Fine condition
- Jacket Condition
- Fine dust jacket
- Edition
- First Edition
- ISBN 10
- 0964432900
- ISBN 13
- 9780964432901
- Publisher
- Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, Harvard University
- Place of Publication
- Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Date Published
- 1996
- Keywords
- Horology. John Harrison. National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors 14th annual seminar
- Bookseller catalogs
- Transportation / Railroads / Ships / Maritime;
- Size
- vii, 437pp
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