Isbn: 9781025560762 - the coal industry in kentucky (3 Ergebnisse)

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Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'The Coal Industry in Kentucky' provides a comprehensive overview of the development, geological foundations, and economic significance of coal mining within the Bluegrass State during the early 20th century. Written by Willard Rouse Jillson, a prominent geologist and historian, this work examines the various coal fields across Kentucky, detailing their unique physical characteristics and the technological advancements that shaped the industry's growth. The book explores the essential role coal played in the state's industrialization and its broader impact on the regional economy.Readers will find detailed accounts of mining operations, production statistics, and the geographical distribution of resources. As a historical survey, it captures a pivotal era when Kentucky emerged as a leading producer of bituminous coal. This volume serves as an invaluable resource for those interested in industrial history, economic geology, and the legacy of energy production in the American South. Through rigorous analysis and authoritative data, 'The Coal Industry in Kentucky' documents the intricate relationship between natural resource extraction and state development, offering a clear window into the engineering and logistical challenges of the period.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…