The History Of A Lump Of Chalk: Its Family Circle And Their Uses (1883) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165758623)

The History Of A Lump Of Chalk: Its Family Circle And Their Uses is a book written by Alexander Watt in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the origins, composition, and uses of a single lump of chalk. Watt explores the geological history of chalk, as well as its physical and chemical properties. He also examines the various ways in which chalk has been used throughout history, from its use in art and construction to its role in agriculture and medicine. The book is organized into chapters that focus on different aspects of chalk, including its formation, its properties, and its various applications. Throughout the book, Watt provides detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the subject matter. Overall, The History Of A Lump Of Chalk is a fascinating exploration of a seemingly mundane substance that has played a significant role in human history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alexander Watt
ISBN-10: 1165758628
ISBN-13: 9781165758623
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 106
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d