Brimstone: The Stone That Burns [Hardcover] W Haynes

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F1959 edition. Former library copy. Hardcover has some wear and light markings. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

Delve into the fiery history of sulfur, the “stone that burns,” with this 1959 edition of W. Haynes’ “Brimstone.” Despite its library provenance and lack of a dust jacket, this volume offers a captivating exploration of brimstone’s role in alchemy, medicine, and early scientific experiments. Haynes’ comprehensive work provides a valuable historical lens on our evolving understanding of the natural world, inviting collectors and readers to appreciate the enduring allure of scientific inquiry.

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F1959 edition. Former library copy. Hardcover has some wear and light markings. No dust jacket. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.

This 1959 edition of “Brimstone: The Stone That Burns” by W. Haynes offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and cultural significance of sulfur, a remarkable element that has captivated human curiosity for millennia. Despite its well-worn library binding and lack of a dust jacket, this volume invites collectors and readers to delve into the rich tapestry of sulfur’s role in alchemy, medicine, and early scientific experiments. Haynes’ comprehensive exploration of brimstone’s fiery nature and diverse applications provides a valuable historical perspective on our evolving understanding of the natural world. This copy, with its clean pages and secure binding, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of scientific inquiry and the timeless pursuit of knowledge.

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