The History of Mining, Hardback/Michael Coulson

Traces the history of mining from those early moments when man first started using tools to the present day where metals continue to underpin economic activity in the post industrial age. This book examines the history of mining methods, important events, technological developments, and the firms and personalities that built the industry. Publisher: Harriman House Publishing Author(s): Michael Coulson Illustration(s): black & white illustrations Number of pages: 488 Publication date: 2012 Dimensions: 239 x 164 x 35 Cover type: Hardback