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NEWTON, Isaac. [PEMBERTON, Henry (1684-1771)]. A View of Sir Isaac Newton's Philosophy. London: S. Palmer 1728. 4 o (268 x 205 mm). Engraved title vignette, engraved headpieces and initial at head of dedication to Sir Robert Walpole, 12 engraved folding plates. Contemporary calf. (Rebacked with calf, corners repaired). FIRST EDITION. An important exposition of Newton's ideas by the editor of the third edition of the Principia. Babson 98. [ With: ]: GRAVESANDE, Willem Jakob Storm van 's (1688-1742). Mathematical Elements of Natural Philosophy, Confirm'd by Experiments: Or an Introduction to Sir Isaac Newton's Philosophy . London: Printed for W. Innys [and others], 1747. 2 volumes, 4 o. 126 [of 127?] engraved folding plates (some minor offsetting from plates onto facing text, appears to be lacking plate 122). (First few leaves of each volume separated from textblock.) Contemporary calf (covers of both volumes detached). Sixth edition. (3)