Book Description

An exceptional copy of the First Edition in original cloth. Best known for his Convertor which revolutionised steel processing world wide and laid the foundation of the Steel Industry in the USA. He also patented 114 inventions,including perforated dies & the manufacturing of bronze powder and gold paint. There is much of interest to Sheffield historians with several chapters on steelmaking in Sheffield at his works in Carlisle Street. Large 4to. 380pps plates and text figures, comprising over 100 illustrations. With the heraldic book plate and commemorative insignia of Sir David Douglas Reid of Rademon[1872-1939] Now in a bespoke protective cover
Author Bessemer,Sir Henry, F.R.S. (1808-1891)
Binding Original publishers cloth
Publisher LONDON The Offices of the Engineer. 1905 First Edition.
Condition Very Good

Price: £300.00

Offered by John L Capes

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