Animal And Vegetable Substances Used In The Arts And Manufactures, Illustrative Of The Imports And Exports Of Great Britain And Her Colonies (1857)

""Animal And Vegetable Substances: Used In The Arts And Manufactures, Illustrative Of The Imports And Exports Of Great Britain And Her Colonies"" is a book written by Thomas Edward Dexter in 1857. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various animal and vegetable substances that were used in the arts and manufacturing industries during the 19th century. It focuses on the imports and exports of these substances in Great Britain and her colonies, highlighting their economic significance.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different type of substance. These include animal substances such as ivory, bone, and horn, as well as vegetable substances like timber, gum, and dye. Each chapter provides a detailed description of the substance, including its properties, uses, and sources.In addition to the substance descriptions, the book also includes information on the trade and commerce of these substances. It highlights the various countries that produce and export them, as well as the industries that rely on them. The book also provides insights into the economic and political factors that influence the trade of these substances.Overall, ""Animal And Vegetable Substances: Used In The Arts And Manufactures, Illustrative Of The Imports And Exports Of Great Britain And Her Colonies"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of industry and trade during the 19th century. It provides a fascinating insight into the materials that were used to create many of the products we use today, and the global trade networks that made it all possible.And Explanatory Of Dexter�������s Cabinet Of Objects.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.