OZANAM (Jacques): Mathematical and Physical... - Lot 141 - Richard Maison de ventes

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OZANAM (Jacques): Mathematical and Physical... - Lot 141 - Richard Maison de ventes
OZANAM (Jacques): Mathematical and Physical Recreations, containing the most remarkable Problems & Questions, (). New edition entirely recast & considerably increased by C.G.F. In Paris, at Cl. Ant. Jombert, 1778. 4 volumes. 11.5 by 19.5 cm. (4)-XVIII-(2)-464; (4)-414; (4)-448; (4)-506 pages. 90 plates (89 folding plates, one double). Original marbled calf, spine with 5 ribs, decorated cases, red title pieces and black tomaisons. Good condition of the binding (small defect on an upper cover), very good interior condition (especially the engravings). New edition, attributed to Jean-Étienne Montucla (1725-1799), who is said to have hidden under initials meaning C [hanla] G [éomètre] Forézien. Most famous work by OZANAM, often republished. He is particularly sought after for the "tours de Gibecière" (magic towers) which he describes in detail.
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