Edwin Gilpin Jr (26 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. ex-library copy with usual markings, covers have minor wear and soil, small tears along edges, corners bumped, stapled binding tight, pages 8 through 17, analyses of coal seams being worked in Nova Scotia in 1902 Size: 6 x 8.75.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: Good. ex-library copy with usual markings, covers have heavy wear and a few short tears, corners bumped, binding tight, a few page corners missing with no loss of text, paper browning but not brittle, 104 pages, report from a commission appointed to investigate multiple fires in coal seams in the Pictou area coal mines Size: 6.25 x 9.75.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very Good. First edition. Paper reprinted from the Transactions of the Nova Scotian Institute of Science, Vol. XI, Session 1902-1903. A ten page booklet. Two longitudinal creases to the booklet, else a very good copy. Book.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 1st. 46 clean, unmarked pages; disbound from collection of miscellaneous booklets. Tables, Figures, Fold-out Map (illustrator).

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very Good. First edition. A fourteen page booklet. Some spots of foxing. Covers moderately soiled. A very good copy. Book.

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very good plus. First edition. Paper 11th February, 1895 before the Institute and reprinted from the Transactions of the Nova Scotian Institute of Science, Vol. IX, Session 1894-1895. An eleven page booklet. Toning to the covers edges and pages. A very good plus copy. Book. …

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the iron ores of Nova Scotia, Canada. It provides a detailed account of the geology, mineralogy, and economic importance of these ores. The author, a distinguished geologist, draws on his extensive knowledge of the subject to provide a thorough and up-to-date overview of the iron ore resources of Nova Scotia. The book is essential reading for anyone interested in the geology, mining, or economic development of Nova Scotia. It is also a valuable resource for historians and archaeologists interested in the role of iron in the development of the province. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive examination of Nova Scotia's mining industry in the late 1800s, providing valuable insights into its historical and economic impact. The author, a Deputy Commissioner of Public Works and Mines, presents detailed descriptions of the province's coal and gold mining operations, highlighting their significance in the region and beyond. The book explores the geological formations that supported the industry and examines the mining techniques, labor practices, and economic challenges faced by miners. By analyzing the industry's development and its contributions to Nova Scotia's economy, this book provides a valuable resource for understanding the history of mining in Canada and its lasting legacy in the province. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book uncovers and examines the causes and disastrous consequences of coal mine fires in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, over a period of a century. Placed within a detailed historical context, meticulous research explores the impact of fatal explosions and disastrous fires, and how they led to prolonged closures, catastrophic loss of life, and the abandonment of entire coal seams. The extended narrative provides a rare glimpse into the challenges and devastation caused by spontaneous combustion in mines and the resulting industrial decline of a region. The book reveals the human, economic, and environmental costs of these events, and concludes by raising significant questions about mining practices and their impact on the future of our planet. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the mineral resources of Nova Scotia, with a special focus on its coal, gold, and shale deposits. The author, a leading authority on the region's geology, provides detailed descriptions of the various mineral deposits, along with insights into their formation and economic significance. The book also explores the historical development of mining in Nova Scotia, from its early days to the present, and discusses the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing the industry. This book is a valuable resource for geologists, mining engineers, and anyone interested in the mineral wealth of Nova Scotia. It provides a wealth of information on the region's geological history, mineral resources, and mining industry, and offers unique insights into the economic and environmental implications of mineral extraction. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very Good. First edition. An eighteen page booklet. Two very light longitudinal creases to the booklet. Rear cover midely soiled. A very good copy. Book.

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very good plus. First edition. Twenty-six pages with tables and the required folded map in the rear. Professionally repaired spine. The very delicate paper covers show minor chipping at the edges. A very good plus copy. Book.

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very good plus. First edition. Pages 9 through 78 with tables plus the required foldout map in the front. Spine professionally repaires. Light toning to the page edges. A very good plus copy. Book.

Printed wrapper. Condition: Very Good. First edition. 46 with tables plus the required foldout map in the front. Spine professionally repaired. Light toning to the cover edges. Shallow chipping along the top of the front cover. Spine of the very delicate paper cover professionally repaired. A very good copy. Book.…