1839 Persoz Intro à la Chimie Moléculaire w/ Handwritten Note by Baudrimont

Description: Introduction à l'Étude de la Chimie Moléculaire Publisher and Year: Paris & Strasbourg: J.B. Baillière, 1839 Summary: Authored by Jean-François Persoz, this comprehensive work delves into the principles of molecular chemistry, offering a systematic approach to understanding chemical phenomena. It stands as a significant contribution to the field, reflecting the scientific advancements of the early 19th century. Key Features: First Edition: Published in 1839, this volume is a rare and valuable addition to any collection. Language: The text is in French, catering to scholars and collectors interested in historical scientific literature. Structure: The book comprises endpapers, blanks at the start and end, (i-vii) viii-xv (xvi), 894 pages, with nine large folding tables and a full-page plate, illustrating various chemical processes and molecular structures. Condition: Bound in contemporary quarter green morocco over green marbled boards, with a compartmentalized spine featuring printed gilt lettering ("BAUDRIMONT"). The binding shows slight external wear to edges and tips, with occasional foxing and spotting. Overall, the book is in very good minus condition. Notable Annotation: Facing page xiii is a tipped-in handwritten note, almost certainly by the renowned chemist Alexandre Edouard Baudrimont, criticizing a point made by Persoz. References: Not listed in Cole, Duveen, or Neville. A copy from the Sondheimer collection is signed by Persoz to Liebig. Collection Suitability: This work is an essential acquisition for collectors of early 19th-century chemistry texts, particularly those focusing on molecular chemistry. Its rarity, historical importance, and the presence of a notable annotation make it a valuable addition to any specialized library or collection.

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