Elements of Fractional Distillation (4th Ed. ) (Chemical Engineering Series) [Hardcover] Robinson, Clark Shove and Edwin Richard Gilliland

Description

1950 Fourth edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.

This well-worn copy of the seminal “Elements of Fractional Distillation” bears the hallmarks of a book that has been deeply studied and referenced by generations of chemical engineers. Published in 1950, the fourth edition represents a significant revision by co-authors Clark Shove and Edwin Robinson, incorporating the latest advancements in distillation theory and practice at the time. This pioneering text laid the foundations for the modern understanding of fractional distillation, a crucial process in the petrochemical industry for separating complex mixtures into their constituent components. Despite its age and visible wear, this copy remains a testament to the enduring impact of the work, which continues to be cited in contemporary literature on the subject. For collectors and readers alike, this volume offers a tangible connection to the rich history of chemical engineering and the relentless pursuit of knowledge that has shaped the field.