A system of familiar philosophy in twelve lectures, being the course usually read by Mr. A. Walker. Containing the elements and the practical uses to be drawn from the chemical properties of matter; the principles and application of mechanics; of hydrostatics; of hydraulics; of pneumatics; of magnetism; of electricity; of optics; and of astronomy. Including every material modern discovery and improvement to the present time. Illustrated by Forty-Seven Copper-Plates, neatly and accurately Engraved.
- Walker, A. (Adam), 1730 or 31-1821.
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- 1799
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A system of familiar philosophy: in twelve lectures, being the course usually read by Mr. A. Walker. Containing the elements and the practical uses to be drawn from the chemical properties of matter; the principles and application of mechanics; of hydrost
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London : printed for the author, at his House, No. 42, Conduit-Street, Hanover-Square; G. Kearsley, Fleet-Street; and Bell and Bradfute, Edinburgh, 1799.
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