A Lecture On The Dry Rot, And On The Most Effectual Means Of Preventing It - Softcover

Dickson, Robert

9781163749449: A Lecture On The Dry Rot, And On The Most Effectual Means Of Preventing It

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ISBN 10: 1163749443 ISBN 13: 9781163749449

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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""A Lecture On The Dry Rot, And On The Most Effectual Means Of Preventing It"" is a book written by Robert Dickson that offers a comprehensive discussion of the dry rot and how to prevent it. The book is written in a lecture format and is designed to educate readers on the causes and effects of the dry rot, as well as practical ways to prevent it from occurring.The book begins with an introduction to the dry rot, including its causes and the types of wood that are most susceptible to it. The author then goes on to discuss the various stages of the dry rot, including the initial stages of decay and the more advanced stages that can lead to structural damage.Throughout the book, the author provides practical advice on how to prevent the dry rot from occurring, including tips on ventilation, moisture control, and the use of preservatives. The book also includes a discussion of the various treatments that can be used to stop the spread of the dry rot, including the use of fungicides and other chemicals.Overall, ""A Lecture On The Dry Rot, And On The Most Effectual Means Of Preventing It"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in preventing the dry rot from damaging their home or property. The book is well-written and informative, and provides practical advice that can be easily implemented by homeowners and builders alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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About the Author

Robert Dickson was born in 1929 in rural Pontotoc County, Mississippi. His father was a sharecropper and a timber cutter. Robert dropped out of school at age 16 to marry his 15 year old sweetheart. A year later their first daughter was born. In 1947, wanting a better life for his family and determined to break the cycle of poverty, he moved his family to Mobile, Alabama. He found work in a paper mill, when he had only twelve dollars left. Twelve years later, after making three moves to start-up paper mills, he accepted a job as a foreman at a paper mill in Demopolis, Alabama. When he retired in 1985, he had been a paper mill superintendent for ten years. Robert Dickson resides in Demopolis, Alabama, where he has lived since 1960.

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