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Smeaton (John) Narrative of the Building and a Description of the Construction of the Edystone

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Smeaton (John) Narrative of the Building and a Description of the Construction of the Edystone

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Smeaton (John) Narrative of the Building and a Description of the Construction of the Edystone Lighthouse with Stone, second edition, 23 plates and plans, engraved title and dedication page foxed, some light spotting to other plates, contemporary half calf, rebacked and recornered, rather worn, folio, 1813.

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Smeaton (John) Narrative of the Building and a Description of the Construction of the Edystone

Name: Smeaton (John) Narrative of the Building and a Description of the Construction of the Edystone
SKU: 135800237
Price: 220 GBP
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