The Microscopist: A Manual of Microscopy and Compendium of the Microscopic Sciences (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. H. Wythe

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0483474584 ISBN 13: 9780483474581

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Delve into the world of the invisible with this comprehensive guide to microscopy.

Discover how the microscope unlocks the tiny building blocks of life, matter, and mystery, and how this tool has shaped science, medicine, and industry.

This edition walks you through the history, purpose, and wide-ranging uses of microscopy. It explains simple and compound microscopes, key accessories, and practical techniques for examining and mounting objects. Rich in illustrated examples, it shows how analysts study minerals, plants, insects, tissues, and more, using clear, step-by-step guidance. The book balances theory with hands-on practice, helping readers gain a solid foundation in observation, preparation, and interpretation.
What you’ll experience

• A thorough overview of microscopy’s history, importance, and real-world applications.
• Practical chapters on instrument setup, lighting, measurements, and object preparation.
• In-depth guidance on mounting, preserving, and viewing specimens across disciplines.
• Illustrated, technique-focused sections for zoology, botany, mineralogy, chemistry, and medicine.

Ideal for students, educators, and curious hobbyists who want a reliable reference that teaches both the science and the craft of looking closely at the world.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0483474584
• ISBN 13: 9780483474581
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 354