Cork: Its Origin And Industrial Uses

By Gilbert Erwin Stecher

Book Overview

Cork: Its Origin And Industrial Uses is a book written by Gilbert E. Stecher that provides a comprehensive overview of cork, its history, and its industrial applications. The book begins by exploring the origins of cork, including its natural properties and how it is harvested from cork oak trees. It then delves into the various industrial uses of cork, including as a material for insulation, flooring, and bottle stoppers. The book also covers the manufacturing process of cork products and the economic impact of the cork industry. Throughout the book, Stecher provides detailed illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the properties and uses of cork. Overall, Cork: Its Origin And Industrial Uses is an informative and engaging resource for anyone interested in the history and applications of cork.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: 1163755672
• ISBN13: 9781163755679
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"