Five Hundred and Seven Mechanical Movements, Embracing All Those Which are Most Important in Dynamics, Hydraulics, Hydrostatics, Pneumatics, Steam Engines, Mill and Other Gearing Presses, Horology, and Miscellaneous MacHinery; and Including Many Movements Never Before Published and Several Which Have Only Recently Come Into Use by Henry T. Brown Twelfth Edition New York: Brown & Brown 1879 Square 12mo, 122, [6] pages, publisher’s original gilt lettered black cloth covered boards. Illustrated throughout in black and white. Some rubbing and wear to covers, previous owner’s inscription, some discoloration and foxing, else in good condition. If you have any questions, feel free to ask and don’t forget to check out my other listings.
Scarce early edition printed in 1884, in the publishers original brown cloth binding with gilt titles and design. Very good condition. The interior pages are clean. Hinges are good and in-tact. Sunrise Rare Books.
The product is a rare and valuable 1879 edition of “FIVE HUNDRED AND SEVEN MECHANICAL MOVEMENTS” by Henry T. Brown, published by Brown & Brown in New York. This hardcover book is illustrated and written in English, making it a unique addition to any collection of engineering or science literature. The detailed mechanical drawings and insights into engineering techniques make this book a valuable resource for both collectors and enthusiasts of antique and collectible books.