Published by State Geological Survey, Urbana Illinois, 1938
Seller: Book Booth, Berea, OH, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Ex-Lib - Good. minor wear, usual library markings, 128 pages including index, errata slip bound in, information on world fluorospar deposits, their exploitation and uses, related topics, bw graphs, charts and tables Size: 6.5 x 9.75.
Published by Forgotten Books, 2018
ISBN 10: 0332491102 ISBN 13: 9780332491103
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of fluorspar, a mineral with a surprisingly rich history and diverse applications. From its use in ancient artifacts to its crucial role in modern steel production, fluorspar has left its mark on human civilization. The author takes us on a journey through the major fluorspar-producing regions of the United States, detailing the geological formations and mining techniques employed in each area. We learn about the challenges faced by miners, the economic impact of the industry on local communities, and the ongoing search for new deposits. Beyond its industrial significance, the book explores the unique properties of fluorspar that make it valuable in a range of applications, from glass and enamel production to the creation of optical lenses. This comprehensive overview sheds light on the past, present, and future of this essential mineral, revealing its hidden influence on our everyday lives. Ultimately, this book demonstrates how a seemingly ordinary mineral can hold extraordinary stories and play a vital role in shaping the world around us. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item.
Published by Illinois State Geological Survey., 1938
Seller: Eryops Books, Stephenville, TX, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Good. ORIGINAL 1938 PUBLICATION; softcovers; ex- library; small creases at corners of covers and leaves; light foxing of endpages and edges; o/w in good condition. Book.