An account of the automaton, constructed by Orffyreus: in two letters; the one, from Professor 'sgravesande, to Sir Isaac Newton; the other from Baron Fischer, to Dr. Desaguliers. To which is annexed the testimonial of the Prince of Hesse Cassel, in favour of Orffyreus's Machine: likewise animadversions, by Professor Allaman of Leyden, on the neglect of that singular invention; with additional remarks on it's utility, reconstruction and improvement.

  • Kenrick, W. (William), 1725?-1779.
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printed in the year M.DCC.LXX. [1770]
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London : [s.n.], printed in the year M.DCC.LXX. [1770]

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28p. ; 80.

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ESTC T183380

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