Elements of Chemistry, In a New Systematic Order, Containing all the Modern Discoveries

This work offers a clear, systematic presentation of chemistry as it stood at the end of the eighteenth century, gathering the latest experimental findings into a single, organized volume. The author’s fresh approach replaces older theories with a focus on precise measurement and the role of oxygen, laying foundations that still shape modern chemical thought. Illustrated with thirteen detailed copperplates, the text guides listeners through the apparatus and procedures that underpin the new science.

A careful English translation brings the original French concepts to a wider audience while preserving the author’s exacting language. Supplementary notes explain the conversion of French weights and measures, and practical tables help listeners follow the calculations essential for accurate experimentation. Although the translator notes a few inevitable typographical slips, the overall fidelity makes this a valuable entry point for anyone curious about the birth of systematic chemistry.