Mines and Miners of Cornwall and Devon
the tin and copper industries
$70.97
- Paperback
224 pages
- Release Date
17 August 2020
Summary
Digging Deep: A History of Mines and Miners in Cornwall and Devon
Tin mining in Cornwall and Devon stretches back to pre-Roman times. This book, marking a milestone as author Anthony Burton’s hundredth, explores the rich history of this industry.
From primitive pick and shovel operations to the advent of explosives and steam power, the book traces the evolution of tin extraction. It delves into the politics, economics, and technological advancements that shaped the industry …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781526773388 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1526773384 |
| Author: | Anthony Burton |
| Publisher: | Pen & Sword Books Ltd |
| Imprint: | Pen & Sword History |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 224 |
| Release Date: | 17 August 2020 |
| Weight: | 330g |
| Dimensions: | 234mm x 156mm |
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About The Author
Anthony Burton
Anthony Burton is a much respected and published author of industrial and transport books. Starting with his first book, Remains of a Revolution, he has ongoingly researched and published many volumes on the history of industry in Britain and abroad. He has a passion for canals, stationary steam engines, railways, and industrial history, which he has recorded for the last fifty years. He is probably Britain’s foremost authority on the history of industry, from its beginnings to the present day. This is his one hundredth book.
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