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Hutton, C. A mathematical and philosophical dictionary: containing an explanation of the terms, and an account of the several subjects, comprized under the heads mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy. 2 in 4 Bdn. London, Robinson for J. Johnson, 1795. 4to (28,5:23 cm). Mit 37 Kupfertafeln. Pp. d. Zt., berieben u. fleckig.
Poggendorff I, 1163; Cantor IV, 16; Houzeau-L. 9396. - Erste Ausgabe. "The dictionary is probably the best known of H.'s works. Although it was critized as unbalanced in content, unduly cautious in tone, and sometimes lacking judgment, the dictionary has served as a valuable source for historians of mathematics" (DSB VI, 577). - Unbeschnitten; Vorsatz mit Exlibris. Innen sauber.