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BOERHAAVE, Herman (1668-1738). A New Method of Chemistry.

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BOERHAAVE, Herman (1668-1738). A New Method of Chemistry. The Third Edition corrected.

London: Printed for T. and T. Longman ..., MDCCLIII [1753].

A new method of chemistry: including the history, theory, and practice of the art / translated from the original Latin of Dr. Boerhaave's Elementa chemiae, as published by himself; to which are added, notes; and an appendix ... ; with sculptures; by Peter Shaw, M.D. …
2 Volumes. 17 engraved folding plates.

Re-bound in full leather.

Condition

Fine.

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.