GUGLIELMINI, Domenico (1655-1710) - Della natura de' fiumi, trattato fisico-matematico. Bologna: Lelio dalla volpe, 1739. Second edition of Guglielmini's main work and at the same time one of the best hydraulic treatises of his time. The work examines all aspects of rivers. Riccardi I, 643: "This is the work that more than any other made the name of the author immortal.". Roberts & Trent, pp. 151-52: "His approach to the hydraulic system is the result of a wide field of observation. he was the first to indicate the existence of the law of resistance.". 4to (250 x 183mm). Printer's device with an illustration of a fox on titlle, woodcut initials and heapieces, 18 engraved and folding plates (some spotting). Contemporary half vellum over marbled paper plates, title on red label on spine, speckled edges (light staining).

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