The Wonthaggi Coalfields: A Story Of The Men And The Mines

The Wonthaggi Coalfields: A Story Of The Men And The Mines

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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: Philip Harper
Binding: Paperback
Published: Electrical Industry Advertising, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Philip Harper's The Wonthaggi Coalfields: A Story Of The Men And The Mines chronicles the arduous history of a pivotal Australian mining community. This compelling historical account details the daily lives, struggles, and triumphs of the individuals who toiled beneath the earth, shaping both their town and the nation's industrial landscape. The narrative uncovers the intricate social fabric and economic realities that defined Wonthaggi, presenting a vivid portrait of an era marked by grit and resilience. Harper illustrates the profound impact of the coal industry on generations, offering a poignant look at the human cost and enduring legacy of this vital enterprise.

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Description

Author: Philip Harper
Binding: Paperback
Published: Electrical Industry Advertising, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Philip Harper's The Wonthaggi Coalfields: A Story Of The Men And The Mines chronicles the arduous history of a pivotal Australian mining community. This compelling historical account details the daily lives, struggles, and triumphs of the individuals who toiled beneath the earth, shaping both their town and the nation's industrial landscape. The narrative uncovers the intricate social fabric and economic realities that defined Wonthaggi, presenting a vivid portrait of an era marked by grit and resilience. Harper illustrates the profound impact of the coal industry on generations, offering a poignant look at the human cost and enduring legacy of this vital enterprise.