The Practical Ostrich Feather Dyer by Alexander Paul
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"The Practical Ostrich Feather Dyer" by Alexander Paul is a practical guide written in the late 19th century. This instructional manual is designed for individuals interested in mastering the art of dyeing ostrich feathers through clear and detailed recipes. The text focuses on simplifying the dyeing process while ensuring high-quality results, appealing to both new learners and seasoned professionals in the field. The opening of the book sets a straightforward tone, with
Alexander Paul outlining his ambition to provide comprehensive and reliable recipes for dyeing feathers in a variety of colors and shades. He emphasizes the importance of practicality over complex technical jargon, asserting that one does not need to be a chemist to succeed in this craft. Additionally, the introduction details the growth of the ostrich feather trade, identifying significant changes in industry knowledge and practices while also addressing the historical context behind feather dyeing methods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Paul, Alexander (Instructor in feather dyeing) |
|---|---|
| Editor | Frank, M. (Morris), Dr. |
| LoC No. | 54042304 |
| Title | The Practical Ostrich Feather Dyer |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chris Jordan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TP: Technology: Chemical technology |
| Subject | Dyes and dyeing -- Feathers |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45339 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 468 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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