Conversations on Chemistry; In Which the Elements of that Science are Familiarly Explained and Illustrated started by Experiments, and Sixteen Copper-Plate Engravings.

John Lee Comstock

Published by Oliver D. Cooke & Sons, 1824

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Conversations on Chemistry; In Which the Elements of that Science are Familiarly Explained and Illustrated started by Experiments, and Sixteen Copper-Plate Engravings. By John Lee Comstock and printed in Hartford by Oliver D. Cooke & Sons. 1824, 383 pp, 7.25 x 4.5 , 8vo, full leather hardcover. In good condition, with rubbing and wear to boards and leather. Title label intact with minor wear. Hinges remain in good condition with minor wear and text block remains bound well. Illustrated with occasional black-and-white plates throughout. Female ownership markings at front. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing. A scarce scientific piece by John Lee Comstock (1787-1858), an American scientist, writer, and surgeon during the War of 1812. Comstock is also notable for receiving the first American patent for waterproofing of cloth.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Conversations on Chemistry; In Which the Elements of that Science are Familiarly Explained and Illustrated started by Experiments, and Sixteen Copper-Plate Engravings.
• Publisher: Oliver D. Cooke & Sons
• Publication Date: 1824
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
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