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Mathematicall magick. : or, the vvonders that may be performed by mechanicall geometry. In two books. Concerning mechanicall povvers. motions. Being one of the most easie, pleasant, usefull, (and yet most neglected) part of mathematicks. Not before treated of in this language. /

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Main Author:	Wilkins, John, 1614-1672
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	London : Printed by M.F. for Sa: Gellibrand at the brasen Serpent in Pauls Church-yard, 1648.
Series:	Early English books online.
Subjects:	Mechanics > Early works to 1800. Physics > Early works to 1800. Geometry > Early works to 1800.
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