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The Glamour Of Prospecting: Wanderings Of A South African Prospector In Search Of Copper, Gold, Emeralds, And Diamonds (1920)

The Glamour Of Prospecting: Wanderings Of A South African Prospector In Search Of Copper, Gold, Emeralds, And Diamonds (1920)

Cornell, Frederick Carruthers

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ISBN10: 1165734117
ISBN13: 9781165734115
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.64
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Glamour of Prospecting is a non-fiction book written by Frederick Carruthers Cornell in 1920. The book recounts the author's experiences as a South African prospector in search of copper, gold, emeralds, and diamonds. The author takes the reader on a journey through the rugged terrain of South Africa, sharing the challenges and rewards of prospecting. The book provides a detailed account of the various methods used in prospecting, such as panning, drilling, and blasting. The author also shares his encounters with wildlife, including lions and elephants, as well as his interactions with the local people. The Glamour of Prospecting is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of mining and exploration in South Africa.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.

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