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Mining in World History (Globalities),Used
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This book deals with the history of mining and smelting from the Renaissance to the present. Martin Lynch opens with the invention, sometime before 1453, of a revolutionary technique for separating silver from copper. It was this invention which brought back to life the rich coppersilver mines of central Europe, in the process making brass cannon and silver coin available to the ambitious Habsburg emperors, thereby underpinning their quest for European domination. Lynch also discusses the Industrial Revolution and the farreaching changes to mining and smelting brought about by the steam engine; the era of the gold rushes; the massive mineral developments and technological leaps forward which took place in the USA and South Africa at the end of the 19th century; and, finally, the spread of mass metalproduction techniques amid the violent struggles of the 20th century. In an engaging, concise and fastpaced text, he presents the interplay of personalities, politics and technology that have shaped the metallurgical industries over the last 500 years.
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- Q: What topics does 'Mining in World History' cover? A: The book explores the history of mining and smelting from the Renaissance to the present, including revolutionary techniques for silver extraction, the Industrial Revolution, gold rushes, and mass metal-production in the 20th century.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mining in World History'? A: The author of the book is Martin Lynch.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mining in World History' have? A: The book has a total of 350 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Mining in World History' published? A: The book was published on October 3, 2004.
- Q: What is the primary category of this book? A: The book falls under the category of 'Natural Resource Extraction'.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: The product details do not specify if the book includes illustrations or images.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of historical mining practices, making it suitable for academic study.
- Q: What are the key features of this book? A: The key feature is that it is a used book in good condition, providing valuable insights into the history and technology of mining.