The Mining West: A Bibliography & Guide to the History & Literature of Mining in the American and Canadian West

The Mining West: A Bibliography & Guide to the History & Literature of Mining in the American and Canadian West
ISBN-10
0810843242
ISBN-13
9780810843240
Pages
866
Language
English
Published
2003
Publisher
Scarecrow Press, Incorporated
Author
Richard E. Lingenfelter

Description

This two-volume set cites books, pamphlets, maps, music, directories, and other published materials (excluding materials from technical and popular magazines and newspapers) on the history of mining in the American and Canadian West. Topics covered include prospecting, mining rushes and camps, and mining finance, labor, technology, law, literature, and lore. The initial portion provides general information on mining and metalurgical technology. The subsequent regional sections are subdivided into refined historical studies, raw materials, fictional and poetic treatments, and bibliographical guides to further materials. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).