A Memoir On The Treatment Of The Silkworm, Communicated To Mr. Jefferson (1806)

By Robert K. Lowry

Book Overview

""A Memoir On The Treatment Of The Silkworm, Communicated To Mr. Jefferson"" is a book written by Robert K. Lowry in 1806. The book is a memoir that discusses the treatment of silkworms, which were used to produce silk in the 18th and 19th centuries. The author communicates his knowledge and experience of raising silkworms to Thomas Jefferson, who was a prominent figure in the silk industry at the time. The book provides detailed information on the different stages of the silkworm's life cycle, including the preparation of the eggs, the feeding of the larvae, and the spinning of the cocoons. It also includes instructions on how to care for the silkworms, including the temperature and humidity requirements for their survival. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of silk production or the care of silkworms.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104597209
• ISBN13: 9781104597207
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"