9781332018437 - Iron Making in Alabama (Classic Reprint) de Phillips, William Battle (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history and development of Alabama's ironmaking industry from its inception through the early 1900s, providing a comprehensive narrative of its growth and impact on the region. The author traces the evolution of mining and manufacturing techniques, including the early use of charcoal and the transition to coke as the primary fuel source, situating these advancements within the broader context of the industrial revolution. Through meticulous research and analysis of primary sources, the book unveils the challenges faced by ironmasters and the technological innovations that shaped the industry's trajectory. By examining the interplay of raw materials, transportation networks, and the socio-economic landscape, this volume illuminates the factors that contributed to Alabama's emergence as a major iron and steel producer, and its lasting legacy on the state's economy and infrastructure. 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.