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Description
1937 edition. No dust jacket. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This 1937 edition of “An Introduction to College Chemistry” by Herman T. Briscoe offers a fascinating glimpse into the state of chemical education in the early 20th century. Published during the interwar period, this textbook would have been used by students at a time when the field of chemistry was rapidly advancing, driven by discoveries in quantum mechanics and the periodic table’s recent completion. Briscoe’s work likely aimed to provide a comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the fundamental principles and practical applications of chemistry for college-level learners.
While the absence of a dust jacket may disappoint some collectors, the book’s well-preserved interior pages and sturdy binding suggest it has been cherished by previous owners. The minor wear on the hardcover and spine is a testament to its age and use, lending it a charming vintage aesthetic. Collectors and readers with an interest in the history of science education or the evolution of chemistry as an academic discipline will undoubtedly appreciate this early 20th-century textbook as a valuable artifact from a pivotal era in the field’s development.
