Mines and Miners of Cornwall and Devon: The Tin and Copper Industries

by Anthony Burton

Tin mining has existed in Cornwall and parts of Devon from before the Romans arrived in Britain, this volume which is Anthony Burtons one hundredth book, marks a milestone in the authors writing career.

The book takes the story of Tin Mining from its earliest period through to the present day, looking at how the industry developed from basic primitive pick and shovel operation, to the later use of explosives and steam to extract the valuable...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1526773384
• ISBN13: 9781526773388
• Release Date: November 2020
• Publisher: Pen and Sword History
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"