Book details
The Assayer's Manual: An Abridged Treatise on the Docimastic Examination of Ores, and Furnace and Other Artificial Products
Published in
2007
Description
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization. It was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original as possible, including original copyright references and library stamps. Now in the public domain in the USA, it may be freely copied and distributed. Despite potential issues like missing or blurred pages, it is deemed important to be preserved and made available to the public. The preservation of this work is supported to keep this knowledge alive and relevant.
Age
4-12
Text complexity
expert
Length
346 pages
Why to read
- Historical Insight: The book provides a detailed historical perspective on the methods and practices of assaying in the 19th century, offering readers a chance to understand the evolution of metallurgical analysis and how it has shaped modern techniques.
- Foundational Knowledge: 'The Assayer's Manual' covers fundamental principles and procedures in the field of docimastic examination, which can be invaluable for students and professionals seeking a solid grounding in the basics of ore testing and analysis.
- Technical Expertise: Written by Bruno Kerl, a respected expert in the field, the book is a rich source of technical expertise, presenting accurate and thorough explanations of the chemical and physical processes involved in assaying.
- Reference Material: For collectors, historians, and practitioners of metallurgy, the book serves as an important reference work, providing detailed descriptions of methods and equipment that were used historically, some of which may still be relevant or have modern analogs in today's practices.