""A Descriptive Treatise On Mathematical Drawing Instruments: Their Construction, Uses, Qualities, Selection, Preservation And Suggestions For Improvements"" is a book written by William Ford Robinson Stanley in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive overview of mathematical drawing instruments, including their construction, uses, qualities, selection, preservation, and suggestions for improvements. The book covers various types of drawing instruments such as compasses, dividers, rulers, protractors, and squares. It also discusses the materials used in the construction of these instruments, such as brass, steel, and ivory. The author provides detailed descriptions of the different parts of each instrument and how they work together to create accurate drawings. The book also includes information on the selection of drawing instruments, including factors such as the type of work to be done, the level of precision required, and the skill level of the user. The author provides advice on how to care for and preserve drawing instruments to ensure their longevity and accuracy. In addition, the book includes suggestions for improvements to existing drawing instruments, as well as new designs for instruments that could be useful in mathematical drawing. The author's expertise in the field of mathematical drawing instruments is evident throughout the book, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in this topic.With Hints Upon Drawing And Coloring.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
