Publisher's Synopsis
""A Comparison Between The English And French Methods Of Ascertaining The Illuminating Power Of Coal Gas"" is a technical book written by A.J. Van Eijndhoven and published in 1897. The book is a comparative study of the methods used by the English and French to measure the illuminating power of coal gas. The author discusses the history of gas lighting, the properties of coal gas, and the importance of measuring its illuminating power. The book provides a detailed description of the English and French methods of measurement, including the apparatus used, the procedures involved, and the results obtained. The author also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each method, and provides recommendations for improving the accuracy of the measurements. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of gas lighting, or the science of measuring the illuminating power of coal gas.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.
