Description

Gutta Percha: Its Discovery, History, Remarkable Properties, Vast Utility, And Application To Scientific And Ornamental Purposes (1849) is a book written by William Dalton. This book provides a comprehensive description of gutta percha, a natural latex material that was discovered in Southeast Asia in the early 19th century. The book covers the history of gutta percha, its remarkable properties, and its vast utility in various fields such as medicine, telegraphy, and engineering. The author also explores the application of gutta percha in scientific and ornamental purposes, including its use in creating jewelry, art, and other decorative items. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and properties of gutta percha, as well as its diverse applications in different fields.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.