Soaps And Candles (1888)

By James Cameron and James Cameron

Book Overview

Soaps and Candles is a book written by James Cameron and originally published in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the manufacturing of soaps and candles, including detailed instructions on the materials and processes involved in their creation. The book covers a wide range of topics related to soap and candle making, including the properties of different types of fats and oils, the use of lye in soap making, the art of scenting candles, and the various methods of molding and shaping both soaps and candles. Additionally, the book provides historical context for the development of soap and candle making, including the use of these products in ancient civilizations and their evolution through the Middle Ages and into the modern era. The book is written in a clear and concise style that makes it accessible to both novice and experienced soap and candle makers alike, and includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the processes involved. Overall, Soaps and Candles is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of soap and candle making, as well as for historians and scholars interested in the role of these products in human history.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: 1163906360
• ISBN13: 9781163906361
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 318 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"