The mathematical and philosophical works of the Right Reverend John Wilkins ... to which is prefix'd the author's life, and an account of his works (1708)

Wilkins, John, 1614-1672, Pre-1801 Imprint Collection (Library of Congress), George Fabyan Collection (Library of Congress) · London, Printed for J. Nicholson [etc.] · leaf 439

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