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Mauve
How One Man Invented a Colour That Changed the World
Book • 2002
This book tells the story of William Perkin, an 18-year-old English chemist who accidentally discovered mauve in 1856 while trying to synthesize quinine.
The discovery revolutionized the dye industry and had significant impacts on fashion and industrial chemistry.
The book explores how Perkin's innovation transformed various aspects of society, including fashion trends and the development of the chemical industry.
The discovery revolutionized the dye industry and had significant impacts on fashion and industrial chemistry.
The book explores how Perkin's innovation transformed various aspects of society, including fashion trends and the development of the chemical industry.
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Colin McCormick , discussing the story of William Perkin and the mass production of synthetic dyes.
Colin McCormick , discussing the story of William Perkin and the mass production of synthetic dyes.
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