J A Buckley PB 143pp

Described by the Mining Journal as the most extensive, valuable, and systematic undertaking of the kind in Cornwall - started in 1748 in the Carnon Valley within fifty years it drained the largest number of working mines in the world, eventually over 60 mines were served and it reached about 40 miles in length. Alan's narrative is informative and well researched the book includes a number of modern and historical photos and is well worth adding to your collection