The Teredo Navalis And The Means Of Preserving Wood From Its Ravages (1878)

By Eduard Hendrik Von Baumhauer

Book Overview

The Teredo Navalis And The Means Of Preserving Wood From Its Ravages (1878) is a book written by Eduard Hendrik Von Baumhauer that explores the destructive effects of the Teredo Navalis, a marine wood-boring mollusk, on wooden structures in water. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the anatomy and behavior of the Teredo Navalis and the various methods used to protect wood from its ravages. Baumhauer also delves into the history of wood preservation, including the use of tar, pitch, and other substances, and examines the effectiveness of different treatments. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in marine biology, wood preservation, or the history of technology.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: 1166554112
• ISBN13: 9781166554118
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"