PASTEUR, Louis.
Études Sur le Vinaigre, sa Fabrication, ses Maladies, Moyens de Les Prévenir; Nouvelles Observations Sur la Conservation des Vins par la Chaleur.
Paris: Gauthier-Villars , 1868.
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First Edition of Louis Pasteur's Études Sur le Vinaigre
First edition of this classic work of Pasteur's process of pasteurization. Octavo, modern black half-cloth over marbled boards with black leather label and gilt titles to the spine, all edges speckled, with black and white illustrations. In near fine condition, embossed Franklin Institute stamp to the half-title page, title page, and one text leaf.
Louis Pasteur’s 'Études sur le Vinaigre' (Studies on Vinegar) represents a pivotal moment in the development of microbiology and the germ theory of fermentation. Pasteur's original intent was to "study the causes detrimental to the three great industries of his country, those of wine, silk, and wool." In this work, Pasteur systematically investigates the role of microorganisms in the production of vinegar, establishing that acetic acid results from the biological oxidation of alcohol by specific bacteria, rather than from spontaneous chemical processes. By employing meticulous experimentation with sterilized liquids and controlled environments, Pasteur not only refuted the theory of spontaneous generation but also demonstrated the practical applications of his findings for industrial fermentation.
Études Sur le Vinaigre, sa Fabrication, ses Maladies, Moyens de Les Prévenir; Nouvelles Observations Sur la Conservation des Vins par la Chaleur.
$650.00
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