The Story Of A Piece Of Coal: What It Is, Whence It Comes And Whither It Goes is a non-fiction book written by Edward A. Martin that explores the fascinating history and journey of a piece of coal. The book covers various aspects of coal, including its formation, mining, transportation, and use. The author delves into the geology of coal, explaining how it is formed from ancient plant material over millions of years. He also discusses the different types of coal and their uses, from heating homes to powering industries. The ...
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The Story Of A Piece Of Coal: What It Is, Whence It Comes And Whither It Goes is a non-fiction book written by Edward A. Martin that explores the fascinating history and journey of a piece of coal. The book covers various aspects of coal, including its formation, mining, transportation, and use. The author delves into the geology of coal, explaining how it is formed from ancient plant material over millions of years. He also discusses the different types of coal and their uses, from heating homes to powering industries. The book provides a detailed account of the mining process, including the dangers and challenges faced by miners. The author also explores the environmental impact of coal mining and the efforts to make it more sustainable. The book concludes with a discussion of the future of coal and its role in the global energy landscape. Overall, The Story Of A Piece Of Coal is an informative and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on this essential natural resource.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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