Astronomische Oefening, verhandelende de Beginselen der
N. N., Astronomische Oefening, verhandelende de Beginselen der Sterreloopkunde, in X/XIV plaatjes, waar op Astronomische Figuuren verklaard worden, bij wyze van Vraagen en Antwoorden (2 volumes) - . Amsterdam: d'Erven van F. Houttuyn ()/ J. van der Burgh en Zn. (). Volume pp, Volume pp. Hardcover, 2 bindings, cm. With ) beautiful hand-coloured folding plates, all still present. Both volumes are re-bound, in blind artificial leather bindings with cloth covers.These special booklets, with late 18th-century perceptions, answer many questions about astronomy. This is done in question and answers. The âreaderâ asks for example: âWhat can we see on plate 1?â - the author answers, which leads to more questions and answers. This interactive format makes the book, even now, very pleasant to read and understand. The plates are also useful.Condition: The booklets are in good condition. The bookblocks are firmly bound, the new bindings only show slight traces of use. The margins of the plates are sometimes a bit creased. The margins of the pages are worn (small creases, tears, spots), commensurate with age. Title page of volume 2 is reinforced with transparent tape at the bottom right. Very rare!Will be sent by registered mail. Read More