Slate Quarrying in Wales

Slate Quarrying in Wales follows the fortunes and misfortunes of a great industry, from its earliest beginnings up to the present day. An industry which created proud communities and a whole unique way of life. It examines the growth of enterprises which enriched some entrepreneurs and beggared others. It describes the various techniques by which the rock was, and still is, wrestled from the ground and converted into saleable product.It looks at the railways, the ports and the ships whereby the slate was brought to the markets of the world.It presents an account of the conditions under which men once toiled for scant reward, many suffering disease, disablement or death. It is dedicated to all those who were, or still are, involved in this arduous calling.

Author: Alun John Richards
Publisher: Gwasg Carreg Gwalch
Extra Details: Pictorial Card Covers 5 x 7 inches tall, 256 Pages,illustrated with B&W photos.