ABSTRACT
A history of mining. This revised edition in a way describes the history of civilization and the early development of nations. Where minerals and mining existed, they provided ingredients for weapons, wealth and world power. The text should be useful in today's period of developing countries.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
part I|103 pages
The Eight Ages of Man
part II|38 pages
Chronological Development of Particular Aspects of Mining
part III|20 pages
Traditions, Customs and Folklore of Miners
part IV|13 pages
Epilogue