California Gold Mill Practices, Vol. 6 : September, 1895 (Classic Reprint)

Ed B. Preston

ISBN 10: 1332050778 / ISBN 13: 9781332050772

Published by Forgotten Books, 2015

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Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: California Gold Mill Practices, Vol. 6 : September, 1895 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332050778
• ISBN 13: 9781332050772
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Hervorragend
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

This book delves into the fascinating world of gold milling in California during the late 19th century. The author, a keen observer of the industry, takes readers on a journey through the evolution of gold milling practices, from the rudimentary arrastra to the complex, mechanized stamp mills that characterized the era. The book explores the challenges and triumphs of a burgeoning industry, chronicling the ingenuity of millmen who adapted and refined their techniques to extract ever-greater yields from the earth. The text provides a detailed examination of the machinery used in the mills, including the grizzly, rock breakers, self-feeders, mortars, screens, and amalgamating devices. The author sheds light on the interplay between scientific advancements and practical experience, showcasing how the California gold mill became a model of efficiency and innovation, eventually influencing global milling practices. The book offers a rich account of an era marked by rapid technological change, where the pursuit of gold drove the development of new industries and propelled the growth of the American West.