'Nautical Almanac and Astronomical Ephemeris For The Year 1802', published by the Commissioners of Longitude, printed by C. Buckton, London, c.1796. Thirty-sixth impression.
Full leather binding. Blind-stamped decoration to both boards. Red leather title panel and gilt star decoration to spine. Title page and first four preliminary pages citing the extracts from the Act of Parliament concerning longitude are absent; thus volume begins at 'Preface'. There is some spotting to the preliminary pages and some browning but generally all pages are in good condition. Wholly readable, free from inscription and tears.
Synopsis
This work was designed for use by sailors and astronomers and contained data on celestial bodies to determine longitude at sea. The work of this year was part of a larger series spanning from 1767-1831 and was overseen by the British Astronomer Royal, Nevil Maskelyne (1795-1811).
Dimensions
Height: 21cm
Width: 13.5cm
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