A treasure to behold....

That book is an absolute classic.
Smith was very particular with grammar and word choice. A reader's book with very accurate use of language. Something I too admire. You are fortunate to have it for sure. .. regards, Harry.

Man is that super cool.

That is a treasure! As a machinist and gunsmith I have picked up books and literature from the 40's and 50's that have methods or knowledge that has been all but lost in our cnc/3D printed world!

I remember that book well-my biggest regret is that I missed the chance to buy it when my local library sold off their old books! Probably have to pay big time to get one now, maybe for my birthday. Nice example!
John

I'm jealous, my friend. Many enjoyable evenings right there!