Dud Dudley's Mettallum Martis: Or Iron Made With Pit Coal, Sea Coal, Etc. (1665)

By Dud Dudley

Book Overview

Dud Dudley's Mettallum Martis: Or Iron Made With Pit Coal, Sea Coal, Etc. is a historic book written by Dud Dudley and published in 1665. The book is a comprehensive guide to the process of making iron using pit coal, sea coal, and other materials. Dud Dudley was a pioneer in the iron industry and his book is considered a landmark in the history of metallurgy.The book is divided into four parts, each dealing with a different aspect of the iron-making process. The first part provides an overview of the process and the materials required. The second part covers the preparation of the materials, including the mining and refining of coal. The third part describes the process of smelting iron, including the use of furnaces and the handling of molten iron. Finally, the fourth part covers the finishing of iron, including the shaping and tempering of the metal.Dud Dudley's Mettallum Martis is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the history of metallurgy, as well as for those interested in the early industrial revolution. The book provides a detailed account of the methods and techniques used in the iron industry during the 17th century, and sheds light on the technological advancements that paved the way for the modern iron industry. Overall, Dud Dudley's Mettallum Martis is an important historical document that provides a fascinating insight into the world of early modern industry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104736497
• ISBN13: 9781104736491
• Release Date: July 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"