Tin Mining in Cornwall 1900 to 1950 - Declin, Fall and Resurrection (H/B)

In histories of the Cornish Tin Industry, the period after the death of Queen Victoria often receives scant attention and is treated as a mere tailpiece. This omission is now significantly remedied by Roger Burt's history of the first half of the twentieth century. Here will be found a new analysis of this era which examines its successes and failures both generally and through major players. East Pool, Geevor and South Crofty. There are also portraits of several key individuals. This is an important original work from an author who has made an extensive study of metal mining with particular reference to Cornwall, and a major addition to the story of Cornish Tin. It also provides interesting perspectives on the problems facing any revival of Cornish mining now or in the future.