Studies on Fermentation : The diseases of beer, their causes, and the means of preventing them

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Pasteur, Louis, 1822-1895

Contributor:

Faulkner, Frank

Robb, D. Constable (David Constable)

Standardized Title:

Études sur la bière. English

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Studies on Fermentation" by Louis Pasteur is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work delves into the microbiological basis of fermentation, particularly focusing on the diseases that can affect beer and the prevention methods based on Pasteur's research. It is a pioneering effort in understanding fermentation processes and their implications for the brewing industry. The opening of the text introduces the author's motivations stemming from the challenges faced by the brewing industry, particularly following the Franco-Prussian War. Pasteur discusses the importance of his research in finding solutions to prevent spoilage caused by undesirable microorganisms during the brewing process. He explains the essential role of temperature and the careful handling of ingredients to maintain the purity of the fermentation process. This section sets the foundation for a deeper exploration of the microscopic organisms responsible for beer spoilage and outlines the practical applications of his findings, promising insights that would transform brewing practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Deaurider, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 51.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2020-10-01