An Essay on Electricity; in Which the Theory and Practice of That Useful Science, are Illustrated By a Variety of Experiments, Arranged in a Methodical Manner. To which is Added an Essay on Magnetism by George Adams

Pages, xvi, 367. Engraved frontis & 5 folding engraved plates in rear with a 4pp catalogue of mathematical and philosophical instruments made by the author. Ex- Private institutional lib. with lib mark on lower spine. Covers & spine somewhat scuffed & worn. Gilt bands on spine and title gilt on red. mo. label. Marbled pastedowns & end papers. Tear across pp149-150, with no loss of text. Rare. George Adams (1750 - 1795) was an instrument maker to King George II & the East India Tea Company. He was born in Southampton and was later appointed optician to the Prince of Wales. He also made globes and electrical appliances.


Title
An Essay on Electricity; in Which the Theory and Practice of That Useful Science, are Illustrated By a Variety of Experiments, Arranged in a Methodical Manner. To which is Added an Essay on Magnetism
Author
Adams, George
Publisher
Priinted for and Sold By the Author, at Tycho Brahe's Head, No. 60, in Fleet Street, London
Publication year
1784
Condition
Good
Binding
Full Calf
Language
English
Edition
First Edition.
Dimensions
8vo

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