9781334487903 - Geology of Southern Ohio: Including Jackson and Lawrence Counties and Parts of Pike, Scioto, and Gallia (Classic Reprint) de Stout, Wilber (4 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.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. Neuware.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a journey through the geological landscape of Southern Ohio, exploring the diverse mineral resources that have shaped the region's history and economy. The author meticulously details the layers of rock that make up the area, highlighting the formations that hold significant deposits of coal, iron ore, clay, and other valuable minerals. The book also delves into the history of mineral extraction in the region, from the early use of salt springs by Native Americans to the rise of charcoal furnaces and the development of large-scale coal mining. The text offers insights into the impact of these industries on the local communities, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the geological processes that have created the unique landscape of Southern Ohio. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of natural resource extraction in the United States, and offers a detailed overview of the geology and mineral wealth of this important region. 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.