Mathematical Magic: Or, The Wonders That may be performed by Mechanical Geometry In Two Books.; Concerning Mechanical (Powers. Motions) Being one of the most easie pleasant, useful (and yet most neglected) part of Mathematics. Not before treated of in this Language.
London: Printed for Edw. Gellibrand, 1680. Third edition. Hardcover. 295 pages. 16.5 x 11.5 cm. "This short, condensed compendium . . . represents the first text on mechanics available in the English language . . . describing various machines, including strange devices and possibilities, such as a land vehicle powered..... More