![[Item #50253] Henry Cavendish and the Discovery of the Chemical Constitution of Water. A Lecture, introductory to the course on chemistry, in the National Medical College, Session of 1855-6. PHYSICAL SCIENCES, Lewis H. STEINER.](https://lornebair.cdn.bibliopolis.com/pictures/50253.jpg?auto=webp&v=1594108636)
Henry Cavendish and the Discovery of the Chemical Constitution of Water. A Lecture, introductory to the course on chemistry, in the National Medical College, Session of 1855-6
New York: Edward P. Allen, 1855. First Edition. Octavo (23cm.); publisher's tan wrappers printed within decorative border; 24pp. Tiny chip at spine crown, extremities slightly toned, else Very Good and sound.
Lecture dating early in Steiner's storied career, delivered while professor at Columbian College (now George Washington University) and the National Medical College. Following the Civil War, Steiner was elected president of the Frederick County School Board in Maryland, focussing much of his energy on the education of Black children.
Price: $125.00
