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69 - ANGO (Pierre). Optics, divided into three books, in which ev…
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ANGO (Pierre). Optics, divided into three books, in which everything concerning 1º the propagation and properties of light is easily demonstrated. 2º Vision. 3º The shape and arrangement of the lenses used to perfect it. Paris, Étienne Michallet, 1682. In-12, marbled basane, spine decorated, speckled edges (Binding of the period). First edition. This work by the Jesuit father and physicist Ango (1640-1694) is one of the works that helped to publicise Ignace Gaston Pardies' theory of the propagation of light in the form of waves. Joints cracked, rubbing, some foxing.
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About the sale Antiquarian books from the 15th to the 19th century - Astronomy
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Auction time 06/24/2026 at 2:00 PM
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