Discover the vast mineral wealth of the lower Mississippi Valley through a clear, descriptive study of its zinc and lead regions.
This nonfiction work compiles technical writing from the Engineering and Mining Journal to present a broad, descriptive view of Missouri’s mining districts. It surveys the lower Mississippi Valley, with close attention to the Joplin and Southeast Missouri districts, and frames their ore geology, mining methods, and milling considerations within a regional context.
- Learn how the region became a major producer of zinc and lead, and what other minerals and fuels are found there
- Understand the geography, ore bodies, and geological factors that shape mining in the area
- See how mining and milling practices evolved to meet practical challenges
- Get a historical, industry-focused look at regional development and infrastructure
Ideal for readers seeking a solid, practice-oriented overview of early 20th-century mining in the Missouri and surrounding areas, as well as professionals studying historical mining practices.