hatmaker paul hubert davis (3 risultati)

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. ex-library copy with usual markings, minor wear, usual library markings, 128 pages including index, errata slip bound in, information on world fluorospar deposits, their exploitation and uses, related topics, bw graphs, charts and tables Size: 6.5 x 9.75.

Soft cover. Condizione: Good. ORIGINAL 1938 PUBLICATION; softcovers; ex- library; small creases at corners of covers and leaves; light foxing of endpages and edges; o/w in good condition. Book.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of fluorspar, a mineral with a surprisingly rich history and diverse applications. From its use in ancient artifacts to its crucial role in modern steel production, fluorspar has left its mark on human civilization. The author takes us on a journey through the major fluorspar-producing regions of the United States, detailing the geological formations and mining techniques employed in each area. We learn about the challenges faced by miners, the economic impact of the industry on local communities, and the ongoing search for new deposits. Beyond its industrial significance, the book explores the unique properties of fluorspar that make it valuable in a range of applications, from glass and enamel production to the creation of optical lenses. This comprehensive overview sheds light on the past, present, and future of this essential mineral, revealing its hidden influence on our everyday lives. Ultimately, this book demonstrates how a seemingly ordinary mineral can hold extraordinary stories and play a vital role in shaping the world around us. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.