02398cam a22003373u 4500 45287 UtSlPG 20260610134035.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 06018729 UtSlPG en iso639-1 TN Bramble, Charles A. The A B C of Mining: A Handbook for Prospectors The ABC of Mining: A Handbook for Prospectors Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-04-01 Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The A B C of Mining: A Handbook for Prospectors" by Charles A. Bramble is a practical guide focused on the process of prospecting for minerals and ores, written in the late 19th century. The author, a former mineral surveyor, provides detailed insights into exploratory techniques, the physical properties of ores, field geology, and methods for testing and analyzing minerals. The book intends to cater to novice prospectors seeking guidance as they embark on their mineral exploration ventures. The opening of the handbook presents an encouraging perspective on prospecting, emphasizing that one need not be a trained mining engineer to find success in the field. Bramble elaborates on the skills and tools required for effective prospecting, suggesting basic equipment and highlighting the importance of observational skills. He assures prospective miners that valuable discoveries can be made with minimal resources, drawing on anecdotes and emphasizing the iterative learning process involved in understanding geology and mineralogy as one gains field experience. Overall, this introductory segment sets the tone for a comprehensive exploration of mining techniques and principles for budding prospectors. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mining engineering Prospecting https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45287 86126 86126