ISBN: 9780332383064 - Compendio Das Minas (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to the art of mines in warfare. It covers all aspects of mining in a simple and straightforward manner, from the preparation of the ground, through the construction of the mine, to its explosion. The author has drawn on his extensive experience in this field to provide a wealth of practical advice, which will be invaluable to anyone involved in mining. The subject of mines is set in its broader historical context, with a discussion of the development of mining from its earliest days up to the present day. The book also discusses the various types of mines, their uses, and their effects. The author explores in depth the various factors that determine the effectiveness of a mine, such as the type of explosive used, the depth of the mine, and the nature of the surrounding ground. He also provides valuable advice on the safety precautions that must be taken when laying and exploding mines. The significance of this book is that it is the most authoritative work on the subject of mines in warfare ever written. It will be an essential reference for anyone involved in mining, from the novice miner to the experienced engineer. 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.…