This detailed guide to the world of coal mining is an essential reference for anyone working in the industry. It covers everything from geology and mineralogy to mining methods and safety procedures. The author draws on his own extensive experience in the field to provide practical insights and advice. Both informative and engaging, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating industry. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.