7–35144.
A practical rather than historical handbook. “Of stitches alone, some forty kinds are here explained and illustrated by clearly drawn diagrams; methods of work, also amply illustrated, occupy several chapters; while others are devoted to tools, appliances, materials, garniture, etc.” (Int. Studio.)
“Practical, clearly written, and well illustrated.”
| + | A. L. A. Bkl. 3: 66. Mr. ’07. | |
| + | Int. Studio. 30: 279. Ja. ’07. 130w. | |
| N. Y. Times. 11: 840. D. 1, ’06. 60w. |
Christie, William Wallace. Boiler-waters, scale, corrosion, foaming. *$3. Van Nostrand.
6–45054.
This work has for its object to furnish steam-users with information regarding water, its use, and troubles arising from the use of water, and remedies that may be used or applied; the gain being more efficient generation of steam. Numerous illustrations accompany the text.
“Emphasis is given to the injurious properties of hard waters, and the illustrations of corrosion, boiler scale, etc., are particularly well set forth. This is by far the most interesting and valuable portion of the book. The discussion of the chemistry of boiler-waters is elementary and superficial. The attempt to furnish simple tests for the use of engineers is far from satisfactory. Some of the best methods of analysis are not given, while other descriptions are incomplete. Furthermore, confusion is introduced by the use of many different methods of stating results. The theory of water softening is passed over in a few words, but the descriptions of water softening plants as related to steam making are clear and concise.” G. C. Whipple.