Roger Burt , Raymond Burnley , Michael Gill ,

Mining in Cornwall and Devon: Mines and Men

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ISBN 13:: 9780859898898
author:: Roger Burt , Raymond Burnley , Michael Gill ,
format:: Paperback
publisher:: University of Exeter Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2014
Pages:: 272
Dimensions:: 15.2 x 2 x 22.9 cm
Genre:: Business, Finance & Law, Biographies & Histories, Business & Economic History
Condition:: New
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Mining in Cornwall and Devon: An Economic History of Mines and Mineral Ownership This comprehensive economic history explores the mines, mineral ownership, and mine management in South West England from the late 1790s to the present day. It brings together rare sources to provide detailed information on the thousands of mines that operated during this period. The book offers a unique insight into the industry, covering topics such as what was produced, who owned and managed the mines, and how many people were employed. A special section is dedicated to the Duchy of Cornwall, which played a significant role in mineral ownership and administration in the region. The printed book includes a guide to the sources used, their interpretation, and an interactive CD with composite mine-by-mine tables. The book provides a valuable resource for understanding the long-term development and decline of the mining industry in South West England, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the region's economy.

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