Anno 1903 (4 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the "Alluminotermia" method developed by Dr. Hans Goldschmidt, which harnesses the intense heat (3000°C) produced by combining aluminum with oxygen. The author delves into the history, principles, and practical applications of this process, used in metallurgy to reduce metal oxides or decompose metal sulfides to their pure, molten form. The book explains the use of "termites," mixtures of aluminum powder and reducible metal oxides, to generate extreme temperatures for various industrial purposes, such as heating or fusing metal components or creating metal castings. The author also discusses the production of pure metals, such as chromium, manganese, and tungsten, and the formation of corundum, a byproduct of the process. Overall, this book provides valuable insights and technical knowledge on the "Alluminotermia" method, highlighting its significance in metallurgy and its potential for industrial applications. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a previously unpublished mass composed in 1628 for the consecration of the Salzburg Cathedral, a masterpiece of the Baroque and polyphonic choral music genres. The mass, written by the young composer Orazio Benevoli, reveals the advanced musical techniques and prominent characteristics of the period, including the use of multiple choirs and complex counterpoint. Benevoli, influenced by the Venetian polychoral style, skillfully combined various musical elements such as antiphonal choral passages, instrumental interludes, and the interplay of vocal and instrumental groups. The detailed analysis of the mass in this book highlights the composer's mastery of polyphonic writing and his innovative approach to choral composition, showcasing the evolution of musical styles during the transition from the Renaissance to the Baroque periods. The insights provided in this book are invaluable for music historians, scholars, and anyone interested in exploring the complexities and rich textures of early Baroque choral music. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…