Isbn: 9780282629595 - the american journal of science and arts, vol. 40: july-november, 1865; with an index to vols. 31-40 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the South and Middle Yuba, Nevada County, California gold deposits and the subsequent development of the Middle Yuba and Eureka Lake Canal Companies. The author delves into the geological history of the region, describing the formation of gold-bearing quartz veins and the subsequent erosion and deposition that created the placer deposits. The book also details the challenges faced by miners in extracting the gold from the deep placers, leading to the development of hydraulic mining techniques. The author examines the environmental impact of hydraulic mining and discusses the ongoing efforts to mitigate its effects. Ultimately, this book sheds light on the historical significance of the gold rush in California, providing valuable insights into the region's geology, mining history, and environmental legacy. 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.…