The Water World: A Popular Treatise (1886)

By J. Wesley Van Dervoort

Book Overview

The Water World: A Popular Treatise is a book written by J. Wesley Van Dervoort and published in 1886. The book is a comprehensive guide to the world of water, covering everything from the chemistry of water to its role in the natural world. It is written in an accessible and engaging style, making it suitable for both casual readers and those with a more academic interest in the subject.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of water. The first chapter covers the chemical properties of water, including its molecular structure and the various forms in which it can exist. The second chapter discusses the importance of water in the natural world, including its role in the water cycle and its impact on the environment.Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the properties of sea water, the history of water use, and the various ways in which water can be purified and treated for human consumption. The book also includes a detailed discussion of the science of hydrology, which studies the movement and distribution of water on Earth.Overall, The Water World: A Popular Treatise is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the world of water. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the science of water or the role that water plays in our lives and in the natural world.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: 1165164507
• ISBN13: 9781165164509
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 516 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"