Publisher's Synopsis
Historical Notes Concerning The Progress Of Mining Skill In Devon And Cornwall is a book written by Richard Nicholls Worth in 1872. The book provides a detailed account of the mining industry in Devon and Cornwall, documenting the progress of mining skill from ancient times to the 19th century. Worth covers a range of topics related to mining, including the history of mining in the region, the use of various mining techniques and tools, and the impact of mining on the local economy and society. He also discusses the various minerals that were mined in Devon and Cornwall, such as tin, copper, and lead.The book is written in a scholarly style and includes a wealth of historical information, making it an important resource for anyone interested in the history of mining in the UK. It is also a valuable source of information for those studying the history of technology and industry more broadly.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
