Handbuch der chemischen Technologie Achte Auflage

This handbook offers a systematic overview of chemical technology as it was taught in German universities and technical schools in the late nineteenth century. Designed for lectures and self‑study, it addresses chemists, engineers, pharmacists, and even court physicians, guiding them through the principles that underlie industrial processes.

The first section delves into chemical metallurgy, describing ore preparation, furnace operation, and the full range of iron products—from raw pig iron to refined steel. Detailed chapters follow on the production of alkali and ammonia salts, the chemistry of glass and ceramics, and the manufacture of pigments such as Prussian blue and madder. Rich woodcut illustrations accompany each process, making complex reactions easier to visualise.

Although the science has advanced, the work remains a valuable window into the methods and terminology of early modern industry. Listeners will hear clear explanations of the reactions, equipment, and economic considerations that shaped the chemical factories of the era.