| Author |
Herring, Richard, 1829- |
| Author of introduction, etc. |
Croly, George, 1780-1860 |
| Title |
Paper & paper making, ancient and modern
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| Alternate Title |
Paper and paper making, ancient and modern
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Longman, Brown, Green, and Longmans, 1855.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 46.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Paper & Paper Making, Ancient and Modern" by Richard Herring is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the origins and evolution of paper-making, detailing the materials and methods used in both ancient and contemporary practices. It highlights the significance of paper as a medium for communication and record-keeping throughout history. The opening portion presents a detailed introduction to the book, including a preface that outlines its foundation in lectures delivered at the London Institution. Herring expresses his gratitude to various institutions and individuals who contributed to his understanding of paper-making. He discusses the early methods of writing, the importance of papyrus, and the transition to modern paper-making processes. The preface sets the stage for the exploration of the art and science of paper-making that follows, emphasizing its impact on human civilization and communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TS: Technology: Manufactures
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| Subject |
Papermaking
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
70338 |
| Release Date |
Mar 21, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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