Theory of the Winds: Read Before the American Scientific Association at Providence, August 20th, 1855. Accompanied by a Map of the World, Showing the Extent and Direction of the Winds. To which is Added, Sailing Directions for a Voyage Around the World, by the Same AuthorTrübner & Company, 1860 - Počet stran: 110 |
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