Compendium of British Mining: With Statistical Notices of the Principal Mines in Cornwill; To Which Is Added, the History and Uses of Metals, and a ... Terms and Usages of Mining (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book delves into the fascinating world of British mining in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly focusing on the rich and complex landscape of Cornwall. The author provides a comprehensive account of the techniques and practices employed by Cornish miners, from sinking shafts and driving levels to dressing ores and the intricate processes of smelting copper and tin. The book offers a glimpse into the social and economic life of the mining communities, describing the intricate system of tribute work, where miners worked in partnership to extract and sell ore, and the dynamic weekly ticketings where ore was auctioned. The book goes beyond a mere technical guide, exploring the risks and rewards of mining, the sometimes-cutthroat competition between miners, and the ever-present tension between miners and mine owners. The author also sheds light on the importance of Cornish mining to the wider British economy, highlighting the significance of copper and tin production for a nation in a period of rapid industrial growth. This book offers a captivating and insightful journey into the heart of Britain's historical mining industry, revealing the complexities and intricacies of a world that has largely vanished.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of British mining in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly focusing on the rich and complex landscape of Cornwall. The author provides a comprehensive account of the techniques and practices employed by Cornish miners, from sinking shafts and driving levels to dressing ores and the intricate processes of smelting copper and tin. The book offers a glimpse into the social and economic life of the mining communities, describing the intricate system of tribute work, where miners worked in partnership to extract and sell ore, and the dynamic weekly ticketings where ore was auctioned. The book goes beyond a mere technical guide, exploring the risks and rewards of mining, the sometimes-cutthroat competition between miners, and the ever-present tension between miners and mine owners. The author also sheds light on the importance of Cornish mining to the wider British economy, highlighting the significance of copper and tin production for a nation in a period of rapid industrial growth. This book offers a captivating and insightful journey into the heart of Britain's historical mining industry, revealing the complexities and intricacies of a world that has largely vanished. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331992950_0
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