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'On The RIDIGITY Of The EARTH' in PROCEEDINGS Of The ROYAL SOCIETY. Vol XII, No. 50.
London: Printed by Taylor and Francis, 1862. Pp 103 - 104. 8vo. Green printed wrappers. Now housed in a clear archival mylar sleeve. A bit of age-toning, otherwise Very Good. Item #9829
Weber a noted 19th century physicist [magnetic unit named in his honor]; this his copy, with his bold signature written across the top of the front wrapper.
Thomson a prominent scientist of the era, who was known for a large variety of discoveries, and also his dispute with Huxley over the Earth's antiquity. Also included is a piece by George Biddell Airy, and a report from Malta by noted astronomer, William Lassell.
Price: $150.00
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