Silk: Its Entomology, History, & Manufacture
Author : Sir Thomas Wardle
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Page : 258 pages
File Size : 32,48 MB
Release : 1887
Category : Silk
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Author : Sir Thomas Wardle
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Page : 258 pages
File Size : 32,48 MB
Release : 1887
Category : Silk
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Author : Wardle
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Page : 248 pages
File Size : 29,4 MB
Release : 1887
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Author : Thomas Wardle
Publisher : Forgotten Books
Page : 234 pages
File Size : 33,28 MB
Release : 2017-11-24
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780331870886
Excerpt from Silk: Its Entomology, History, and Manufacture, as Exemplified at the Royal Jubilee Exhibition, Manchester, 1887 I would draw attention to the official statistics in the Appendices. They show the collective care given in other countries to the various branches dime. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Author : Sir Thomas Wardle
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Page : 238 pages
File Size : 21,91 MB
Release : 1887
Category : Silk
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Author : Thomas Wardle
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 30,58 MB
Release : 2023-07-18
Category :
ISBN : 9781019586303
In this book, Sir Thomas Wardle delves into the fascinating world of silk. From its entomology to its history and manufacture, he provides a comprehensive insight into this luxurious material. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in textiles or the history of Manchester. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author : Sir Thomas Wardle
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Page : 238 pages
File Size : 18,24 MB
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Page : 496 pages
File Size : 40,86 MB
Release : 1890
Category : Entomology
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Author : Robert N. Wiedenmann
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 19,18 MB
Release : 2021-08-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 0197555608
Insects are seldom mentioned in discussions surrounding human history, yet they have dramatically impacted today's societies. This book places them front and center, offering a multidisciplinary view of their significance. Diseases vectored by insects have killed more people than all weapons of war. Fleas are common pests, but some can transmit illnesses such as the bubonic plague. In fact, three pandemics can be traced back to them. Epidemics of typhus have been caused by lice. Conversely, humans have also benefitted from insects for millennia. Silk comes from silkworms and honey comes from bees. Despite the undeniably powerful effects of insects on humans, their stories are typically left out of our history books. In The Silken Thread, entomologists Robert. N. Wiedenmann and J. Ray Fisher link the history of insects to the history of empires, cultural exchanges, and warfare. The book narrows its focus to just five insects: a moth, a flea, a louse, a mosquito, and a bee. The authors explore the impact of these insects throughout time and the common threads connecting them. Using biology to complement history, they showcase these small creatures in a whole new light. On every page, the authors thoughtfully analyze the links between history and entomology. The book begins with silkworms, which have been farmed for centuries. It then moves to fleas and their involvement in the spread of the plague before introducing the role lice played in the Black Death, wars, and immigration. The following section concerns yellow fever mosquitos, emphasizing the effects of yellow fever in the Americas and the connection to sugar and slavery. After discussing the importance of western honey bees, the authors tie these five insects together in an exciting closing chapter.
Author : Charles Arthur Sheffeld
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Page : 62 pages
File Size : 48,61 MB
Release : 1911
Category : Sericulture
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Author : Thomas Wardle
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,61 MB
Release : 2023-07-18
Category :
ISBN : 9781020030413
Thomas Wardle's fascinating study of the entomology and uses of silk is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and science of textiles. With stunning illustrations and detailed descriptions of silk-producing insects, this book offers a unique perspective on the world of silk production. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.