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LoC No.: 95230833

Title: A Method of Tanning without Bark

Note: Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

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Summary: "A Method of Tanning without Bark" by William Maple is a scientific publication written during the early 18th century. This work explores an innovative approach to tanning leather, proposing a method that forgoes traditional bark tanning in favor of using native plants. The topic centers on the economic implications of this new method, particularly in relation to the tanning industry and Ireland's trade. In the book, Maple presents a detailed account of his method involving the use of the roots of the Tormentil and Cinquefoil plants for tanning leather. He discusses the benefits of his technique, which includes reduced costs, quicker tanning times, and the potential to enhance local employment by utilizing materials readily available in Ireland. Through a series of experiments and testimonies from various professionals in the leather industry, Maple provides evidence for the effectiveness of his method, arguing it could improve Ireland’s economic standing by increasing leather exports while minimizing the reliance on imported bark. Overall, his work is a comprehensive blend of practical experimentation and theoretical advocacy for a shift in local tanning practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Maple, William

EBook No.: 57576

Published: Jul 24, 2018

Downloads: 68

Language: English

Subject: Tanning

Subject: Cinquefoils -- Industrial applications -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Tanning -- Ireland -- Early works to 1800

LoCC: Social sciences: Economic theory, Demography

LoCC: Technology: Manufactures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 95230833

Title: A Method of Tanning without Bark

Note: Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images
generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "A Method of Tanning without Bark" by William Maple is a scientific publication written during the early 18th century. This work explores an innovative approach to tanning leather, proposing a method that forgoes traditional bark tanning in favor of using native plants. The topic centers on the economic implications of this new method, particularly in relation to the tanning industry and Ireland's trade. In the book, Maple presents a detailed account of his method involving the use of the roots of the Tormentil and Cinquefoil plants for tanning leather. He discusses the benefits of his technique, which includes reduced costs, quicker tanning times, and the potential to enhance local employment by utilizing materials readily available in Ireland. Through a series of experiments and testimonies from various professionals in the leather industry, Maple provides evidence for the effectiveness of his method, arguing it could improve Ireland’s economic standing by increasing leather exports while minimizing the reliance on imported bark. Overall, his work is a comprehensive blend of practical experimentation and theoretical advocacy for a shift in local tanning practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Maple, William

EBook No.: 57576

Published: Jul 24, 2018

Downloads: 68

Language: English

Subject: Tanning

Subject: Cinquefoils -- Industrial applications -- Early works to 1800

Subject: Tanning -- Ireland -- Early works to 1800

LoCC: Social sciences: Economic theory, Demography

LoCC: Technology: Manufactures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.