The literature on this subject is extensive and, to some extent, repetitive so that for pratical reference purposes it is essential that selective surveys and bibliographies be prepared. Many of these exist and, as an example, the reports issued by The Coal Tar Research Association (Numbers 0156, 0292 and 0396) may be quoted. The following bibliography, listing the more important sources of information on coal tar creosote and its use as a wood preservative, is based on the C.T.R.A. reports and also on a list provided by the Bundesanstalt für Materialprüfung in Berlin-Dahlem. The bibliography is preceded by introductory remarks on the various aspects highlighting important points and suggesting topics for further research work.

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