| Author |
Watt, Alexander |
| LoC No. |
44036868
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| Title |
The Art of Paper-Making
A Practical Handbook of the Manufacture of Paper from Rags, Esparto, Straw, and Other Fibrous Materials, Including the Manufacture of Pulp from Wood Fibre
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by MWS, John Campbell, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
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| Summary |
"The Art of Paper-Making" by Alexander Watt is a practical handbook focused on the manufacturing processes of paper from various fibrous materials, written in the late 19th century. The book covers the entire journey of paper-making, from the selection and treatment of raw materials such as rags, esparto grass, and wood, to the machinery used in the process. Watt aims to provide a comprehensive reference guide suitable for both industry workers and students, detailing the technical aspects and advancements in the field. At the start of the handbook, the author introduces sections on cellulose, emphasizing its significance as the foundation of paper-making. He discusses the chemical properties and treatment processes involved in obtaining cellulose from various plant materials, such as linen and cotton. Additionally, Watt outlines the importance of machinery in the treatment of rags and grass, explaining preliminary operations like sorting, cutting, and boiling. This opening portion sets the stage for a methodical exploration of paper production, aimed at enhancing understanding and efficiency in the craft. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TS: Technology: Manufactures
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| Subject |
Papermaking
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
55757 |
| Release Date |
Oct 15, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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