Coal Mine
history • engineering • technology • safety
$54.10
- Hardcover
160 pages
- Release Date
2 November 2020
Summary
From Pickaxe to Progress: A History of British Coal Mining
This manual delves into the technical and engineering evolution of British coal mining from the 18th to the 20th century, the golden age of British mining. Explore the history and technology both above and below ground, from the pit head surface machinery and transportation networks to the personal kit and equipment of individual miners. Discover how generations of mining engineers confronted the challenges and dangers inher…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781785217142 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1785217143 |
| Series: | Operations Manual |
| Author: | Dr Chris McNab |
| Publisher: | Haynes Publishing Group |
| Imprint: | J H Haynes & Co Ltd |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 160 |
| Release Date: | 2 November 2020 |
| Weight: | 728g |
| Dimensions: | 270mm x 210mm |
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About The Author
Dr Chris McNab
Chris McNab is an experienced author and editor specialising in military history and technology. To date he has published more than 100 books, including Siege Warfare and Falklands War for Haynes. He has also written exclusively for major encyclopedia series, magazines and newspapers, and has made TV appearances as an expert commentator for Discover, Sky and History channels.
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