9781333730222 - A Student Reverie: An Album of Saxony Days; (Freiberg Near Dresden) (Classic Reprint) di Corning, Frederick Gleason (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the experiences of American students who studied mining engineering at the Freiberg Royal Mining Academy in Saxony, Germany, from 1875 to 1880, set against the backdrop of the town's rich history and mining culture. The author provides a detailed account of the academy's renowned faculty and curriculum, as well as the practical training opportunities available to students in the region's extensive mines and smelters. The book also delves into the broader historical context of Freiberg's mining industry, from its medieval origins to its decline in the late 19th century. Through the experiences of these students, the author explores the challenges and rewards of pursuing a mining career in this unique and transformative environment, shedding light on the interplay between scientific knowledge, practical experience, and cultural exchange in the development of the mining profession. 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.