Firewood Tramways Of The Walhalla Mines 1865-1915: A Research Paper On The History Of The Firewood Tramways Of The Walhalla Mines
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Terry & Brenda Jenkins
Binding: Hardback
Published: -, 1998
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This meticulously researched historical account, Firewood Tramways Of The Walhalla Mines 1865 - 1915, chronicles a vital, yet often overlooked, aspect of Australian industrial development. It details the intricate network of tramways that supplied the Walhalla gold mines with essential firewood, illustrating the engineering ingenuity and logistical challenges faced during this pivotal era. The narrative presents a comprehensive look at the construction, operation, and eventual decline of these crucial transport systems. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the resource demands and infrastructure that underpinned the region's mining prosperity. This work argues for the significant role these tramways played in shaping the economic landscape of Walhalla, offering a unique perspective on its industrial heritage.
Author: Terry & Brenda Jenkins
Binding: Hardback
Published: -, 1998
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This meticulously researched historical account, Firewood Tramways Of The Walhalla Mines 1865 - 1915, chronicles a vital, yet often overlooked, aspect of Australian industrial development. It details the intricate network of tramways that supplied the Walhalla gold mines with essential firewood, illustrating the engineering ingenuity and logistical challenges faced during this pivotal era. The narrative presents a comprehensive look at the construction, operation, and eventual decline of these crucial transport systems. Readers will gain a profound understanding of the resource demands and infrastructure that underpinned the region's mining prosperity. This work argues for the significant role these tramways played in shaping the economic landscape of Walhalla, offering a unique perspective on its industrial heritage.