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The elements of Euclid : with dissertations, intended to assist and encourage a critical examination of these elements, as the most effectual means of establishing a juster taste upon mathematical subjects, than that which at present prevails

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Type: Rare Books(Opens in new tab)
Publication date: 1781-1788.
Call number: 707184
Creator: Williamson, James (1735 or 1736-1810)(Opens in new tab)
Dimensions: 27 cm
Associated people: Euclid.
Associated organization: Burndy Library,
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