Ore Mining in the Lake District | Taschenbuch

Cover: 9781445664651 | Ore Mining in the Lake District | Alastair Cameron (u. a.) | Buch

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Discover the hidden history of ore mining in England's Lake District! This illustrated guide explores the abandoned mines scattered across the mountainsides, remnants of a once-thriving industry. Uncover the stories of the skilled miners who toiled in these remote locations, and learn about the techniques they used to extract valuable minerals. Explore iconic industrial structures that blend seamlessly with the natural landscape.

From copper and lead to zinc and iron, delve into the rich mineral veins that have been worked for centuries. This book highlights twenty-seven former mining sites of exceptional importance, now protected as part of the Lake District's industrial past. Perfect for local history enthusiasts, industrial archaeology buffs, and anyone curious about the hidden heritage of this stunning region.

Über den Autor

Alastair Cameron was born and brought up in the slate-working village of Coniston, in the southern part of the Lake District. Since those early days he has travelled the world but has maintained close contacts with the village of Coniston and, in particular, with those who have worked in the industry. He has written extensively on the industrial archaeology of the Lake District fells, in particular about the slate and ore mining industries that are very much part of the history and culture of the area.

Details

Erscheinungsjahr:	2017
Fachbereich:	Allgemeines
Genre:	Geschichte , Importe
Rubrik:	Geisteswissenschaften
Thema:	Lexika
Medium:	Taschenbuch
Inhalt:	Kartoniert / Broschiert
ISBN-13:	9781445664651
ISBN-10:	1445664658
Sprache:	Englisch
Einband:	Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor:	Cameron, Alastair Withey, Liz
Hersteller:	Amberley Publishing
Verantwortliche Person für die EU:	Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße:	225 x 167 x 8 mm
Von/Mit:	Alastair Cameron (u. a.)
Erscheinungsdatum:	15.10.2017
Gewicht:	0,286 kg