M. De La Lande - Astronomie - 1771

Rare illustrated edition of several folding plates of this scientific treatise devoted to the systematic study of celestial phenomena according to eighteenth-century knowledge -

This volume continues the previous ones by deepening the theoretical and practical aspects of astronomical observation. It develops in detail the movements of the heavenly bodies, particularly those of the planets, satellites and comets -

It presents the calculation methods that allow determining their positions and trajectories with precision. The work assigns an important place to the laws of motion inherited from Isaac Newton, applying them to celestial mechanics -

The text offers astronomical tables and numerical data intended for scholars and navigators. It thus contributes to improving the accuracy of observations and maritime calculations. Lalande’s style is both rigorous and pedagogical -

M. De La Lande - Astronomy - 1771 - Volume III - La Veuve Desaint -
Approximately 750 pages.

Good condition of the binding, work in its full brown leather of the period, wear from use, bumped heads, corners worn, some defects on covers and spine, cracked joints, red edges, spine with raised bands, gilded lettering and volume numbering -

Good interior condition, browning, attractive headbands, beautiful drop cap, superb vignette and handwritten annotations on the title page, work enriched with numerous engraved plates on folding plates at the end of the volume, marbled endpapers in acceptable condition -

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