Wright, G.R. Alder

Animal and Vegetable Fixed Oils, Fats, Butters, and Waxes: Their Preparation and Properties and the Manufacture Therefrom of Candles, Soaps, with Other Products

London and Philadelphia: Charles Griffin & Co./ Lippincott, 1894. First edition. Hardcover. (NO EXPEDITED SHIPPING THROUGH AMAZON, ALIBRIS, B&N) First edition. Thick octavo in dark maroon cloth with spine lettered in gilt, Lippincott imprint at foot of spine. 570 pp. with index. With 144 illustrations. A classic work in its field, a study of the uses of various oils, butters and waxes in soap, candle and glycerine making. A tight, very good example, small narrow chip foot of spine, two ownership signatures on half-title page. Very Good. Item #E10034

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