Rural Chemistry: An Elementary Introduction of the Science in its Relation to Agriculture and the Arts of Life.

Solly, Edward

Published by Henry Carey Baird, Philadelphia, 1852

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Rural Chemistry: An Elementary Introduction of the Science in its Relation to Agriculture and the Arts of Life. By Edward Solly and published in Philadelphia by Henry Carey Baird. 1852. 391 + [24] pp. 7.75? x 5.5?. 8vo. Hardcover full cloth.

Overall good, with light scuffing along edges and corners of boards. Loss to head and heel of spine. Light markings. Hinges remain in good condition and text block remains bound well. Light markings and staining remnants. Publisher?s sales catalogue at rear. General age-related toning to pages, along with periodic foxing and wear. Please see photographs and ask any questions prior to purchasing.

First American edition from the third English edition. An interesting work on scientific applications in regulation to agriculture and other facets of life. Written by British chemist and antiquary Edward Solly (1819-1886), the son of the namesake prominent art collector.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Rural Chemistry: An Elementary Introduction of the Science in its Relation to Agriculture and the Arts of Life.
• Publisher: Henry Carey Baird, Philadelphia
• Publication Date: 1852
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good
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