[ARBUTHNOT, John (1667-1735]. An Essay on the Usefulness of mathematical Learning, Oxford: Anth. Peisley, 1701, 8° (168 x 102mm.), FIRST EDITION, engraved vignette of the Sheldonian Theatre to title, half title present (but slightly dust soiled), recent red cloth (rubbed along joints).

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[ARBUTHNOT, John (1667-1735]. An Essay on the Usefulness of mathematical Learning, Oxford: Anth. Peisley, 1701, 8° (168 x 102mm.), FIRST EDITION, engraved vignette of the Sheldonian Theatre to title, half title present (but slightly dust soiled), recent red cloth (rubbed along joints).

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This work, which contains references to Halley and "the incomparable Mr. Newton," has been ascribed to Martin Strong.

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