Lectures on Light
New York: Appleton, 1873. Delivered in the U.S. in 1872- 73. With an appendix. 194, 10-ads. pp. Original printed wrappers, very good. Ownership signature of Mary B. Thomas dated May 1, 1873.
First edition. Very uncommon in original wraps in nice condition. "From 1867 to 1885 his position at the Royal Institution gave him a central vantage point in British science ... By 1872, Vanity Fair spoke glowingly of his energy, imagination, and rhetoric, at all times to be envied, and nearly at all times to be admired. This was the spirit in which his American tour (1872- 1873) was conducted. Item #3820
Price: $275.00
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