The Geology Of The South Wales Coalfield, Part 1: The Country Around Newport, Monmouthshire (1899)

By Aubrey Strahan

Book Overview

""The Geology of the South Wales Coalfield, Part 1: The Country Around Newport, Monmouthshire"" is a book written by Aubrey Strahan and published in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the geology of the South Wales Coalfield, with a particular focus on the area surrounding Newport in Monmouthshire. Strahan's work is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the geology of the region. He begins with an introduction to the coalfield and its history, before moving on to discuss the various rock formations that can be found in the area. He also provides detailed descriptions of the coal seams that are present in the region, including their thickness, quality, and distribution.In addition to his geological observations, Strahan also includes numerous maps, diagrams, and illustrations to help readers better understand the geology of the South Wales Coalfield. He also provides a glossary of geological terms for those who may be unfamiliar with the technical language used in the book.Overall, ""The Geology of the South Wales Coalfield, Part 1: The Country Around Newport, Monmouthshire"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the geology of this important coal-producing region. It provides a detailed and thorough overview of the area's geology, with a focus on the coal seams that were so vital to the region's economy in the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120884659
• ISBN13: 9781120884657
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"