A Short Treatise Of Magneticall Bodies, And Motions. Ridley, Mark

1613 Copernicus ASTRONOMY 1ed Ridley Magnetical Bodies & Motions MAPS Gilbert Mark Ridley was a 16th-century English physician who is best remembered for his studies in magnetics. He worked closely with William Gilbert on magnet sciences and his book ‘De Magnete’ in 1600. A few years later, Ridley published a work describing his and Gilbert’s findings – a work that promoted Gilbert’s ideas and theories of magnetism. “Magnetical Bodies and Motions” was first published in 1613 and helped English readers understand Copernican astronomy in addition to commentary on Gilbert. Notable topics include: • movement of the earth • cosmological theories • magnetism as the soul of the earth • astronomical and magnetism instruments and their uses in navigation • maps – New England, Virginia, and Terra Australis This exquisite 1613 first edition of Ridley’s “Magnetical Bodies” includes 21 impressive illustrations including the highly coveted “Terra Australis” engraving of a southern hemisphere continent. This particular issue is exceedingly rare as it includes the ‘Tixover advertisement’ on the final page of text, where others conclude simply with ‘FINIS’. Item number: 25433 Price: $9500 RIDLEY, Mark A short treatise of magneticall bodies, and motions. London: Printed by Nicholas Okes, 1613. First edition. Details: • Collation: Complete with all pages o [14], 157, [1] o 21 engravings, plus engraved title page • References: Sabin 71297; STC 21045 • Language: English • Binding: Leather; tight and secure o Red Moroccan leather o Includes hardcover and leather slipcase • Size: ~7in X 5.5in (17.5cm x 13.5cm) • EXCEEDINGLY RARE, valuable, and desirable with auction records and price comparisons at upwards of $13,000 Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 25433 Photos available upon request.