An edition of The mathematical and philosophical works of the Right Rev. John Wilkins, late lord bishop of Chester: to which is prefix'd the author's life, and an account of his works; in two volumes.
(1802)
The mathematical and philosophical works of the Right Rev. John Wilkins, late lord bishop of Chester
to which is prefix'd the author's life, and an account of his works; in two volumes.
by Wilkins, John
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Early works to 1800, Mechanics, Science, Cryptography, Plurality of worldsPeople
John Wilkins (1614-1672)Places
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v. 1. I. The discovery of a new world; or, A discourse tending to prove, that it is probable there may be another habitable world in the moon. With a discourse of the possibility of a passage thither.
v. 1. II. That it is probable our earth is one of the planets.
v. 2. I. Mercury: or The secret and swift messenger. Shewing how a man may with privacy and speed communicate his thoughts to a friend at any distance.
v. 2. II. Mathematical magic: or, The wonders that may be performed by mechanical geometry.
v. 2. III. An abstract of his essay towards a real character, and a philosophical language.
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"Catalogue of his works": v. 1, p. x-xii.
Includes bibliographical references.
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