The Stone That Burns: The Story Of The American Sulphur Industry is a non-fiction book written by Haynes Williams. The book provides a comprehensive history of the American sulphur industry, covering its origins, growth, and decline. The author explores the various ways in which sulphur was extracted and used in the United States, including its use in the production of gunpowder, fertilizers, and medicines. The book also delves into the social and economic impact of the sulphur industry on American society, including the ...
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The Stone That Burns: The Story Of The American Sulphur Industry is a non-fiction book written by Haynes Williams. The book provides a comprehensive history of the American sulphur industry, covering its origins, growth, and decline. The author explores the various ways in which sulphur was extracted and used in the United States, including its use in the production of gunpowder, fertilizers, and medicines. The book also delves into the social and economic impact of the sulphur industry on American society, including the role of labour and the environmental consequences of sulphur mining. The Stone That Burns is a meticulously researched and insightful account of an important chapter in American industrial history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American industry, technology, and environmentalism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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