The Mathematical and Philosophical Works of the Right Rev. John Wilkins, Late Lord Bishop of Chester: II. That it is probable our earth is one of the planetsVernor and Hood, 1802 |
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... better ; which was his chief end in promoting universal know- ledge , and one of the main reasons for his entering into the royal society . His virtues and graces were very uncommon ; at least as to that degree of them to which he ...
... better ; which was his chief end in promoting universal know- ledge , and one of the main reasons for his entering into the royal society . His virtues and graces were very uncommon ; at least as to that degree of them to which he ...
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John Wilkins. reproaches of others he despised ; but frequently wished he had been better understood by the former : he bore it , however , patiently , as his mis- fortune ; never requited them with the like mea- sure ; but always ...
John Wilkins. reproaches of others he despised ; but frequently wished he had been better understood by the former : he bore it , however , patiently , as his mis- fortune ; never requited them with the like mea- sure ; but always ...
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... them down . Which , if it be granted ( as I think it must ) then I doubt not , but the indifferent reader will find some satisfaction in the main thing that is to be proved . Many ancient philosophers of the better note have for merly.
... them down . Which , if it be granted ( as I think it must ) then I doubt not , but the indifferent reader will find some satisfaction in the main thing that is to be proved . Many ancient philosophers of the better note have for merly.
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John Wilkins. Many ancient philosophers of the better note have for merly defended this assertion which I have here laid down ; and it were to be wished , that some of us would more apply our endeavours unto the examination of these old ...
John Wilkins. Many ancient philosophers of the better note have for merly defended this assertion which I have here laid down ; and it were to be wished , that some of us would more apply our endeavours unto the examination of these old ...
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... better entertainment among the wiser sort , and upper end of the world ; it is not likely then that this opinion which I now deliver , shall receive any thing from the men of these days ; especially our vulgar wits , but misbelief or ...
... better entertainment among the wiser sort , and upper end of the world ; it is not likely then that this opinion which I now deliver , shall receive any thing from the men of these days ; especially our vulgar wits , but misbelief or ...
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