Light Without A Wick, A Century Of Gas-Lighting, 1792-1892: A Sketch Of William Murdoch, The Inventor (1892)

By A M

Book Overview

""Light Without A Wick, A Century Of Gas-Lighting, 1792-1892: A Sketch Of William Murdoch, The Inventor"" is a book written by A. Murdock and published in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive history of gas lighting, from its inception in 1792 to the end of the 19th century. The author focuses on the life and work of William Murdoch, the inventor of gas lighting, and provides a detailed account of his accomplishments and contributions to the field. The book also explores the impact of gas lighting on society and its role in the industrial revolution. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of technology and the development of modern lighting.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: 1120316707
• ISBN13: 9781120316707
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"