Dyes and dyeing by Viscount Exmouth Charles E. Pellew
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"Dyes and Dyeing" by Charles E. Pellew is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the art and science of dyeing textiles, exploring historical methods, modern dyestuffs, and practical instructions for amateur craftsmen. It aims to provide accessible information for individuals interested in hand-dyeing, contrasting traditional practices with advancements in chemical dyes. The opening of the book provides a context for its purpose, detailing the author's
motivation stemming from his experience teaching dyeing principles to craftspeople engaged in hand-weaving. Pellew underscores the superiority and diversity of modern dyes compared to traditional methods, highlighting the need for straightforward, practical instructions that enable amateur dyers to achieve colorful and lasting results without the often tedious processes of the past. The introduction sets a tone of encouragement, expressing hope that the content will inspire budding textile artists and enrich their understanding of dyeing as a craft. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Pellew, Charles E. (Charles Ernest), Viscount Exmouth, 1863-1945 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 18026327 |
| Title | Dyes and dyeing |
| Edition | New and enlarged edition. |
| Original Publication | New York: Robert M. McBride & Company, 1913, copyright 1918. |
| Credits | Aaron Adrignola, A Marshall 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: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TP: Technology: Chemical technology |
| Subject | Dyes and dyeing |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 75302 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 378 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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