WILLIAMS, Archibald. The Romance of Mining. Containing Interesting Descriptions of the Methods of Mining for Minerals in all Parts of the World. London, C. Arthur Pearson, Ltd., 1905.
8vo. In the most splendid contemporary school prize binding of full tree calf, spine with raised bands, ornamented and lettered in gilt, large gilt-stamped Grocer's Company's School, Hackney Downs, on front cover, marbled edges and ednpapars; pp. 401, plates after photographs; very well preserved.
First edition of this summary of mineral wealth creation at the beginning of the 20th century.
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