The Rush That Never Ended: A History Of Australian Mining
Edition: 2nd ed
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Faded and creased spine. Internally sound.
This seminal work, The Rush That Never Ended: A History Of Australian Mining, chronicles the profound impact of mineral discoveries on the Australian continent, from the initial gold rushes to the modern era. It uncovers the economic, social, and environmental transformations wrought by mining, detailing the lives of prospectors, entrepreneurs, and the communities that rose and fell with the fortunes of the earth. Blainey presents a comprehensive narrative, illustrating how the pursuit of wealth from the ground shaped the nation's identity and development. The text offers an authoritative and engaging account, making it essential reading for anyone interested in Australian history or the global mining industry.
Description
Edition: 2nd ed
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Faded and creased spine. Internally sound.
This seminal work, The Rush That Never Ended: A History Of Australian Mining, chronicles the profound impact of mineral discoveries on the Australian continent, from the initial gold rushes to the modern era. It uncovers the economic, social, and environmental transformations wrought by mining, detailing the lives of prospectors, entrepreneurs, and the communities that rose and fell with the fortunes of the earth. Blainey presents a comprehensive narrative, illustrating how the pursuit of wealth from the ground shaped the nation's identity and development. The text offers an authoritative and engaging account, making it essential reading for anyone interested in Australian history or the global mining industry.
