MORIN A.
A COLLECTION OF NEWS IN APPLIED MECHANICS
For the use of engineers, mechanics, builders, and all technicians in general.
Arranged on the basis of the works and insights of the most eminent engineers.
Translated and published by himself from the last 4th edition by Józef Sporny.
Warsaw, 1858 pp 590, IV; illustrations in the text - woodcuts; format 14.5x22 cm
"This work is primarily intended for practical use and is not so much concerned with theoretical derivation of formulas as with the visible application of such formulas. The Polish edition is not inferior to the French, and is distinguished by its purity of language." Source: Lesław Łukaszewicz, "Rys dziejów piśmiennictwa polskiego".
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HARDCOVER HALF-LEATHER BINDING OF THE PERIOD. SPINE WITH GILT
Condition DB/ rubbing of binding edges, spine after conservation, rust spots [foxing], small loss of back cover
