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Einleitung zur Erkenntnis und Gebrauch der Erd- und Himmels-Kugeln. 2 Teile in 1 Band (Introduction to the Understanding and Use of Terrestrial and Celestial Globes) — Johann Ludwig Hocker - Johann Ludwig Hocker (Hocker, Johann Ludwig) — Einleitung zur Erkenntnis und Gebrauch der Erd- und Himmels-Kugeln. 2 Teile in 1 Band (Introduction to the Understanding and Use of Terrestrial and Celestial Globes) Arranged in a most convenient question-and-answer format... and enlarged. 2 parts in 1 volume. Published by Monath, Nuremberg, 1769.  Engraved title page and 15 hand-colored copper engravings (partially folded). 3, 104, 144 pages, hardcover boards (presumably later). 20.7 cm. 450 g. In good condition: binding: lightly abraded, mainly along the margins; interior: moderate yellowing, minor staining. Second enlarged edition (published anonymously) — expanded by 5 plates compared to the first edition of 1734. Instructions for the layperson on the use of terrestrial and celestial globes, including a brief introduction to measurements for map drafting and instructions for constructing sundials. The hand-colored copper engravings depict astronomical instruments: globes, compass roses, sundials, etc. * Johann Ludwig Hocker (1670–1746) — theologian and corresponding member of the Berlin Academy of Sciences.