A Practical Treatise On Petroleum: Comprising Its Origin, Geology, Geographical Distribution, History, Chemistry, Mining, Technology, Uses, And Transportation (1887) by Benjamin Johnson Crew is a comprehensive guide to the history, chemistry, mining, technology, uses, and transportation of petroleum. The book provides a detailed overview of the origin and geology of petroleum, as well as its geographical distribution and history. It also covers the chemistry of petroleum, including its composition and properties, and explores the various methods used for mining and refining petroleum. In addition, the book examines the many uses of petroleum, including its use as a fuel source and in the production of various products such as plastics and chemicals. Finally, the book provides a detailed look at the transportation of petroleum, including the various methods used to transport it from the oil fields to refineries and distribution centers. Overall, A Practical Treatise On Petroleum is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, science, and technology of this important natural resource.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.