The Dyer's Guide by Thomas Packer
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| Author | Packer, Thomas |
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| Title |
The Dyer's Guide Being a compendium of the art of dyeing linen, cotton, silk, wool, muslin, dresses, furniture, &c. &c.; with the method of scouring wool, bleaching cotton, &c., and directions for ungumming silk, and for whitening and sulphuring silk and wool; and also an introductory epitome of the leading facts in chemistry, as connected with the art of dyeing |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Dyer's Guide" by Thomas Packer is a comprehensive manual on the art of dyeing, written in the early 19th century. The text serves as a practical resource for dyers, integrating methods for dyeing various materials such as linen, cotton, silk, and wool, while also providing insights into the chemical principles that underpin dyeing processes. It aims to bridge the gap in knowledge for practitioners in the dyeing industry, making it accessible to both experienced dyers and apprentices. The opening of "The Dyer's Guide" introduces the reader to the structure and content of the manual, including a detailed outline of various dyeing techniques and necessary mordants. It describes different branches of dyeing, highlighting specific processes for treating wool, silk, and cotton. Importantly, Packer discusses the importance of understanding the chemistry behind dyeing, such as the substances used and their interactions, in order to improve dye quality and permanence. He also emphasizes the practical experiences and observations accumulated over his career to ensure that the manual is rooted in everyday applications rather than theoretical ambiguity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TP: Technology: Chemical technology |
| Subject | Textile fabrics |
| Subject | Dyes and dyeing |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53797 |
| Release Date | Dec 23, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 143 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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