A Handbook of Chemical Engineering

"A Handbook of Chemical Engineering" by George E. Davis is a foundational two-volume work that systematically outlines the principles and practices of chemical engineering. Volume I covers general engineering principles, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, evaporation, and distillation. Volume II focuses on specific operations such as crystallization, filtration, absorption, and chemical reactors. Davis combines theoretical insights with practical examples, offering detailed illustrations and operational data to guide industrial application. His work laid the groundwork for modern chemical engineering by defining unit operations and emphasizing process design, making it a landmark reference for both academic study and professional practice in the field.