The theory and history of earthquakes. Containing, I. A rational account of their causes and effects; illustrated by Experiments and Observations on subterraneous Vapours, and the Manner of making artificial Earthquakes. II. A particular and authentic history of those which have happened in these kingdoms, and the most remarkable of those abroad, viz. in Sicily, Jamaica, and Lima, with the most considerable Erruptions of Vesuvius and Aetna. III. Some seasonable reflections on the two late earthquakes, with a pathetic Address, on that Occasion, to the Inhabitants of London and Westminster. Humbly inscribed to the Right Rev. Thomas, Lord Archbishop of Canterbury.

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[1750?]
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London : printed for and sold by J. Newbery in St Paul's-Churchyard; R. Baldwin, in Pater-Noster Row; J. Brindley, in New Bond-Street; G. Woodfall, at Charing-Cross; and M. Sheepey, at the Royal Exchange, [1750?]

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[4],62,[2]p. ; 80.

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