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304 - [NEWTON (Isaac). SIGORGNE (Pierre). Newtonian Institutions, …
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[NEWTON (Isaac). SIGORGNE (Pierre). Newtonian Institutions, or Introduction to the Philosophy of M. Newton. Paris, J.-F. Quillau, 1747. In-8, tortoiseshell calf, triple gilt fillet, fleurons at the corners, smooth spine decorated, combed edges (period binding). First edition, illustrated with 5 folding plates. "A clear introduction to Newtonian mathematical and physical principles, [which] contributed to the acceptance of the attraction theory by the French scientific community" (DSB, XII, 429). This edition is in a single volume. Ex-libris ms. on title: Augustin Boistel. Corners and headpieces worn, minor rubbing, some foxing. Poggendorff, II, 927 - Lalande, 432.
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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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