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French expedition measures shape of earth 1738

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French expedition measures shape of earth 1738

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Author: Maupertuis, Pierre Louis Moreau de, et al.
Title: The Figure of the Earth, Determined from Observations made by Order of the French King, at the Polar Circle
Place Published: London
Publisher:Printed or T. Cox, et al.
Date Published: 1738
Description:

vii, [1], 232 pp. With folding map & 8 folding plates. (8vo) 20.5x12.5 cm (8x5"), period calf.

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Rubbing and extremity wear to covers, spine label lacking, joints cracking; very good.

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French expedition measures shape of earth 1738

Name: French expedition measures shape of earth 1738
Brand: Louis Moreau
SKU: 86179439
Price: 500 USD
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