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FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN. Philosophical and Miscellaneous Papers. 4 folding plates, plus extra-illustrated with an early portrait of Franklin. 8vo, later
FRANKLIN, BENJAMIN. Philosophical and Miscellaneous Papers. 4 folding plates, plus extra-illustrated with an early portrait of Franklin. 8vo, later 1/2 calf, minor wear; scattered minor foxing. London, 1787
- Notes: first edition. An important collection of essays by Franklin concerning his work on chimneys, the invention of a new stove, a brief letter on meteorological observations, remarks on the Indians of North America and other matters. Of particular note is Franklin's description of the Gulf Stream, accompanied by one of the earliest maps to show the waterway. Howes F328; Sabin 25562.
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