Publisher's Synopsis
""A Course of Six Lectures on the Chemical History of a Candle: To Which is Added a Lecture on Platinum"" is a book written by Michael Faraday in 1861. The book is a compilation of six lectures that Faraday delivered at the Royal Institution in London. The lectures focus on the chemical and physical properties of candles, including the composition of wax, the nature of combustion, and the role of oxygen in the process. Faraday also discusses the history of candles, from their early use in ancient civilizations to their modern-day production. The book includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the scientific principles discussed in the lectures. In addition to the lectures on candles, the book also includes a lecture on platinum, which discusses the properties and uses of this precious metal. Overall, ""A Course of Six Lectures on the Chemical History of a Candle"" is a fascinating exploration of the science behind everyday objects and processes, written by one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century.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.
