The Volatile Oils, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): With Two Maps and Numerous Illustrations - Couverture souple

Gildemeister, Eduard

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 133433496X ISBN 13 : 9781334334962

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book is a comprehensive treatise on the history and chemistry of volatile oils, natural plant products that have been used since antiquity for their agreeable odor, pleasant taste, or medicinal virtue. The author traces the origin of the essential oil trade from the ancient orient to its eventual global reach, providing insight into the evolving methods of production and distillation. The book also explores the principal constituents of volatile oils, both natural and artificial, and the development of methods for their examination. Moreover, it discusses the historical evolution of the understanding of these oils, offering a valuable perspective on the progress of scientific inquiry.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 133433496X
• ISBN 13: 9781334334962
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 701
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