Histoire Physiologique Chimique Dun by Joseph Carrier (2 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Immerse yourself in the captivating journey of a candle's life in this intriguing book. From its humble beginnings as beeswax secreted by industrious bees to its final transformation through combustion, the author meticulously explores the scientific and historical dimensions of this ubiquitous object. Delving into the fascinating world of entomology, the author sheds light on the intricate social structure of honeybees and their remarkable ability to produce wax. The book also traces the historical evolution of candle-making, revealing the diverse cultural and religious significance of this object throughout the ages. Beyond its practical uses, this book delves into the intricate chemical reactions that occur during combustion, unveiling the interplay between oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. The author illuminates the formation of the flame's three distinct cones, each characterized by its unique temperature and luminosity. Through meticulous analysis, the book uncovers the fascinating phenomenon of incomplete combustion, resulting in the production of soot and carbon deposits. This book not only satisfies scientific curiosity but also invites contemplation on the broader implications of combustion. It examines the delicate balance between fuel and oxidizer, highlighting the importance of controlled reactions for sustainable energy and the potential dangers of uncontrolled combustion. Ultimately, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of a seemingly ordinary object, revealing the extraordinary scientific and cultural tapestry that surrounds it. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1890 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 30 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: French.