Paper & paper making, ancient and modern by Richard Herring
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"Paper & Paper Making, Ancient and Modern" by Richard Herring is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the origins and evolution of paper-making, detailing the materials and methods used in both ancient and contemporary practices. It highlights the significance of paper as a medium for communication and record-keeping throughout history. The opening portion presents a detailed introduction to the book, including a preface that outlines its foundation
in lectures delivered at the London Institution. Herring expresses his gratitude to various institutions and individuals who contributed to his understanding of paper-making. He discusses the early methods of writing, the importance of papyrus, and the transition to modern paper-making processes. The preface sets the stage for the exploration of the art and science of paper-making that follows, emphasizing its impact on human civilization and communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Herring, Richard, 1829- |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Croly, George, 1780-1860 |
| Title | Paper & paper making, ancient and modern |
| Alternate Title | Paper and paper making, ancient and modern |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Longman, Brown, Green, and Longmans, 1855. |
| Credits | John Campbell 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: 46.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TS: Technology: Manufactures |
| Subject | Papermaking |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 70338 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 385 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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