Instructions For The Analysis Of Soils, Limestones, And Manures (1856) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781164838180 : 1164838180 : 10 Sep 2010 : Instructions For The Analysis Of Soils, Limestones, And Manures is a comprehensive guide to the analysis of soil, limestone, and manure, written by James Finlay Weir Johnston and published in 1856. The book provides detailed instructions for conducting chemical analyses of these materials, including the equipment and reagents required, as well as the methods for determining their composition and properties.The book is divided into three sections, each devoted to the analysis of a different material. The first section covers soil analysis, including the determination of the soil's texture, organic matter content, and nutrient levels. The second section focuses on limestone analysis, including the determination of its purity and the amount of available lime. The third section covers manure analysis, including the determination of its nutrient content