The Mining West
Download or Read eBook The Mining West PDF written by Richard E. Lingenfelter and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 866 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Richard E. Lingenfelter |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 866 |
| Release | : 2003 |
| ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015056808192 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 (92 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Mining West by : Richard E. Lingenfelter
Book excerpt: This two-volume set cites books, pamphlets, maps, music, directories, and other published materials (excluding materials from technical and popular magazines and newspapers) on the history of mining in the American and Canadian West. Topics covered include prospecting, mining rushes and camps, and mining finance, labor, technology, law, literature, and lore. The initial portion provides general information on mining and metalurgical technology. The subsequent regional sections are subdivided into refined historical studies, raw materials, fictional and poetic treatments, and bibliographical guides to further materials. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).
