Linen: From The Raw Material To The Finished Product (1914)

By Moore Alfred S and Alfred S. Moore

Book Overview

Linen: From The Raw Material To The Finished Product is a book written by Alfred S. Moore in 1914. The book provides a comprehensive guide to linen, starting from the raw material used to make it to the finished product. It covers the history and cultivation of flax, the process of retting, scutching, and hackling, spinning, weaving, bleaching, and finishing. The book also delves into the various types of linen fabrics, their uses, and care instructions. The author's expertise in the subject matter is evident throughout the book, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in linen production and its history. Overall, Linen: From The Raw Material To The Finished Product is a valuable addition to the literature on textiles and an insightful read for anyone interested in the history and production of linen.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: 054867597X
• ISBN13: 9780548675977
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 148 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"