1682 Gnomonics 1ed Art of SUNDIALS Horology Navigation Astronomy Clocks Science

1682 Gnomonics 1^ed Art of SUNDIALS Horology Navigation Astronomy Clocks Science

Philippe de La Hire was a French scholar who best-known for his works in mathematics, mechanics, and astronomy. Though, perhaps his best work was a conglomeration of all his studies – ‘Gnomonics – Universal Methods of Sundials’.

While studying astronomy at the French Academy of Sciences, Hire took a fascination in the movements and phases of the Sun, Moon, and other celestial bodies. He took an interest in the processes in making sundials and published his book on the subject in 1682. This first edition of Hire’s “Gnomonics” includes folding engravings and full-page charts and tables.

Item number: #27137

Price: $750

HIRE, Philippe de la

La gnomonique, ou, Méthodes universelles pour tracer des horloges solaires ou cadrans sur toutes sortes de surfaces

A Paris : chez Estienne Michallet, 1682. First edition.

Details:

• Collation: Complete with all pages
  • 194, (i.e., 184), [54]
    • Pagination errors expected
  • Filled with tables and 6 folding plates
• Language: French
• Binding: Leather; tight and secure
• Size: ~6.25in X 3.75in (15.5cm x 9.5cm)

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