The Mineralogy of Derbyshire

With a Description of the Most Interesting Mines in the North of England, in Scotland, and in Wales

By:

John Mawe

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Cambridge Library Collection - Earth Science

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Born in Derby, John Mawe (1766–1829) established a successful mineral-dealing business in London and became a significant figure in the development of British commercial mineralogy in the early nineteenth century. He travelled widely, advising on mineral exploration, and gathering specimens for clients such as Charles IV of Spain. This illustrated 1802 work gives an overview of the geological features and strata of Mawe's home county. He discusses the various mineral deposits to be found in Derbyshire, and describes some of the county's mines. Drawing on observations made on his travels, he gives descriptions of important mines in northern England, Scotland and Wales, alongside remarks on geological features of interest. The book closes with a glossary of terms used by miners in Derbyshire. Mawe's well-received Travels in the Interior of Brazil (revised edition, 1821) is also reissued in the Cambridge Library Collection.

Release date NZ

December 11th, 2014

Author

John Mawe

Audience

Professional & Vocational

Illustrations

3 Plates, black and white; 1 Maps

Pages

238

Series

Cambridge Library Collection - Earth Science

Dimensions

140x216x14

ISBN-13

9781108076180

Product ID

22799342

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