ch it is written, which has been admirably conserved by the
translator, renders it peculiarly adapted for the use of English
readers."--_Textile Recorder._

"A careful study of this book enables one to say with certainty
that it is a standard work on the subject. Its importance is
enhanced greatly by the probability that we have here, for the
first time in our own language, in one volume, a full, accurate,
and detailed account, by a practical expert, of the best technical
methods for the testing of textile materials, whether in the raw
state or in the more or less finished product."--_Glasgow Herald._

"The author has endeavoured to collect and arrange in systematic
form for the first time all the data relating to both physical and
chemical tests as used throughout the whole of the textile
industry, so that not only the commercial and textile chemist, who
has frequently to reply to questions on these matters, but also the
practical manufacturer of textiles and his subordinates, whether in
spinning, weaving, dyeing, and finishing, are catered for.... The
book is profusely illustrated, and the subjects of these
illustrations are clearly described."--_Textile Manufacturer._

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=DECORATIVE AND FANCY TEXTILE FABRICS.=

With Designs and Illustrations. By R.T. LORD. A Valuable Book for
Manufacturers and Designers of Carpets, Damask, Dress and all Textile
Fabrics. 200 pp. 1898. Demy 8vo. 132 Designs and Illustrations. Price
7s. 6d.; India and Colonies, 8s.; Other Countries, 8s. 6d.; strictly
net.

=Contents.=

Chapters I., A Few Hints on Designing Ornamental Textile Fabrics.--II.,
A Few Hints on Designing Ornamental Textile Fabrics (continued).--III.,
A Few Hints on Designing Ornamental Textile Fabrics (continued).--IV., A
Few Hints on Designing Ornamental Textile Fabrics (continued).--V.,
Hints for Ruled-paper Draughtsmen.--VI., The Jacquard Machine.--VII.,
Brussels and Wilton Carpets.--VIII., Tapestry Carpets.--IX., Ingrain
Carpets.--X., Axminster Carpets.--XI., Damask and Tapestry
Fabrics.--XII., Scarf Silks and Ribbons.--XIII., Silk
Handkerchiefs.--XIV., Dress Fabrics.--XV., Mantle Cloths.--XVI., Figured
Plush.--XVII., Bed Quilts.--XVIII., Calico Printing.

=Press Opinions.=

"The book can be strongly recommended to students and practical
men."--_Textile Colourist._

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