02375cam a22003373u 4500 57576 UtSlPG 20260610134328.0 m cr n 260607r2018||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 95230833 UtSlPG en iso639-1 HB TS Maple, William A Method of Tanning without Bark Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2018 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2018-07-24 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "A Method of Tanning without Bark" by William Maple is a scientific publication written during the early 18th century. This work explores an innovative approach to tanning leather, proposing a method that forgoes traditional bark tanning in favor of using native plants. The topic centers on the economic implications of this new method, particularly in relation to the tanning industry and Ireland's trade. In the book, Maple presents a detailed account of his method involving the use of the roots of the Tormentil and Cinquefoil plants for tanning leather. He discusses the benefits of his technique, which includes reduced costs, quicker tanning times, and the potential to enhance local employment by utilizing materials readily available in Ireland. Through a series of experiments and testimonies from various professionals in the leather industry, Maple provides evidence for the effectiveness of his method, arguing it could improve Ireland’s economic standing by increasing leather exports while minimizing the reliance on imported bark. Overall, his work is a comprehensive blend of practical experimentation and theoretical advocacy for a shift in local tanning practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Tanning Cinquefoils -- Industrial applications -- Early works to 1800 Tanning -- Ireland -- Early works to 1800 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57576 98405 98405