A Method of Tanning without Bark (eBook)

Enriched edition. Innovative Tanning Techniques for Leather Crafting and Industry Advancements

William Maple (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2020
222 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406609308-2 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Method of Tanning without Bark," William Maple presents a groundbreaking exploration of leather tanning that challenges traditional methods reliant on tree bark. Through meticulous experimentation and detailed documentation, Maple introduces innovative techniques that utilize non-bark materials, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency. The book is characterized by its pragmatic approach and scientific rigor, blending both narrative and technical language to guide readers through the process while situating his work within the broader context of industrial advancements and environmental consciousness in late 19th-century America. William Maple's background in both chemistry and practical craftsmanship informs his pioneering work. As a figure who straddled the realms of science and industry, he recognized the growing need for more ecologically responsible practices in the tanning industry. His experience in leatherworking and a keen awareness of the environmental impacts associated with traditional tanning methods propelled him to innovate solutions that not only enhance the quality of leather products but also minimize ecological destruction. This book is a must-read for scholars, artisans, and environmentalists alike, offering valuable insights into sustainable practices and the evolution of material science. "A Method of Tanning without Bark" stands as a testament to Maple's ingenuity and commitment to fostering a more sustainable future in leather production.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.3.2020
• Einführung: Rachel Kirk
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Rachel Kirk
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Freizeit / Hobby ► Handarbeit / Textiles
• Themenwelt: Wirtschaft ► Betriebswirtschaft / Management
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • artisan leather crafting • bookbinding methods • Cinquefoils • Craftsmanship • Craftsmanship guide • Demography • Early works to 1800 • Economic Theory • historical literature • historical tanning practices • Industrial Applications • innovative leather methods • Ireland • Leather Industry • leather industry impact • leatherworking techniques • Manufactures • natural resources • no bark tanning • pioneer authors • practical leather instructions • sustainability • sustainable tanning solutions • tanbark alternatives • Tanning • tanning processes • tanning techniques