P B Meerbott (6 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1928 blue cloth hardcover with gilt lettering, cover is worn with damp stains on edges of cover and pastedowns, lettering on spine dull, edges lightly soiled, index, 709 pages + ads.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Gray cloth, lettered in gilt. Modestly rubbed edges/corners and joints, cover cloth lightly soiled. Firm binding, unmarked interior beyond two former owner signatures on front endpapers. Text block edges typically tanned. xi,709,[7] pp., illus. Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Book. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good+. No Dust Jacket. Ex-library. Abrasions to endpapers where library labels have been removed. Split to gutter at title page. White-out over library markings on copyright page.; UK edition. Third edition. xi, [1], 709, [1 (blank)] pages + tipped-in Publisher's Note. Rebound in brown cloth boards with tile lettering on spine. Page dimensions: 229 x 151mm. Illustrated. Title continues: "An up to date treatise on the art and science of the manufacture of soaps, candles and allied toilet preparations [. . .] The Most Complete and Exhaustive Book in the English Language. Partly Based on Brannt's Soapmaker's Hand Book". Tipped in Publishers' Note at Contents page: "We wish to state that the material contained in Chapters xxvii and xxviii is based mainly on work contained in PERFUMES, COSMETICS AND SOAPS, Volume 2, by W. A. Poucher [. . .]" With a Preface to the Third Edition by I. V. Stanley Stanislaus and P. B. Meerbott, dated New York, November, 1928. The first edition (1888), by William T. Brannt, was titled "A Practical Treatise on the Manufacture of Soap and Candles". The second edition (1912) was titled "The Soap Maker's Hand Book". Contents: Historical Review; Raw Materials Used in the Manufacture of Soap; Modern Views on Soap; Occurrence and Manner of Obtaining and Purifying Fats and Oils - Fat Rendering; Manufacture and Uses of Sulphonated Oils and the Hydrogenation of Oils; Substitutes for the Higher Fatty Acids and Soaps; Examination of Fats and Oils; Fats, Oils, Fatty Acids and Rosin Used in the Manufacture of Soap; General Tests for Determining the Purity of Oils; Alkalis; Testing of Soda and Potash; Auxiliary Raw Materials; Machines and Utensils for the Manufacture of Soap; Production of Soaps; Hard Soaps; Hard Soaps (Continued). Semi-Boiled Soaps; Domestic Soaps by the Cold Process and Semi-Warm Process; Soft Soaps; Textile Soaps; Washing Powders and Allied Products; Toilet Soaps; Testing Soaps; Volatile Oils and Other Materials Used for Perfuming Soaps; Artificial Perfues and Proximate Principles of Plants; Art of Perfuming Soaps; Candles; Cold Creams, Massage Creams and Facial Lotions; Dental Preparations: Solid, Semi-Solid and Liquid; Useful Tables.…

ed. hardback good condition in grey cloth with some wear (pen name).

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2019, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1928. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 727, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 727.…

Full Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 14.60 x 22.86 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1928] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2019 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 727, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 727.…