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8vo. xi, 603 pp. 9 plates (pl. VI bound facing p. 444, pls. VIII & IX bound after advertisement at front); cellophane tape repairs applied to verso of a few plates, other effected by worm trails (also in index sec.). Original boards, amateurish rebacking with modern calf; edges worn, title and inner joints reinforced with cloth tape, free endleaves replaced with blue sheets (facing original marbled pastedowns). Foxing. Untrimmed copy. Ownership signatures of James A. Johnston, August, 1829, with his initials on the leaf of "Explanation of Plates VIII and IX"; James A. Johnston. RARE. FIRST EDITION. John White Webster, was Lecturer on Chemistry at Harvard University. Webster was described by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. as "pleasant in the lecture room, rather nervous and excitable." [I. Bernard Cohen, Some Early Tools of American Science, (1950)]. However, his promising career was cut short in 1849-50 after he was charged and hanged for the murder of George Parkman over an unpaid debt in a highly sensationalized crime that rocked the city of Boston. PROVENANCE: James A. [or "S."] Johnston (signed twice), 1829. See: Report of the case of John W. Webster . . . indicted for the murder of George Parkman . . . before the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts; including the hearing on the petition for a writ of error, the prisoner's confessional statements and application for a commutation of sentence, and an appendix containing several interesting matters never before published. by George Bemis. Boston: Charles C. Little and James Brown, 1850. FULL TITLE: A Manual of Chemistry, on the basis of Professor Brande's; containing the principal facts of the science, arranged in the order in which they are discussed and illustrated in the lectures at Harvard University, N.E. Compiled from the works of Brande, Henry, Berzelius, Thomson and others. Designed as a text book for the use of students, and persons attending lectures on chemistry.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. 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 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1826. 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: - 630, 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. 630 630.