The Elements of Natural or Experimental Philosophy, 2 vols.

Philadelphia: T Dobson & Son, 1819. Second Edition [with additions]. Full contemporary tree-calf.. Very good with moderate foxing; some marginal tide marks to several leaves in the second volume; joints somewhat chafed.. 8vo, I - xxx, [2 - blank], [1] - 472 pp.; II - [4]. [1] - 551 pp. + folding table and 21 folding engraved plates.

The standard scientific reference in post-colonial America. An important book for its treatment of general physics and most notably of light and electricity. Additional notes are by various identified continental authors appended to each part; the notes are detailed and substantial. One of the few books on the subject available to Americans at the time. Rink #600; S & S #47529.