This is a unique book about mining, and Wheal Jane. Over a 20 year period the author has photographed the mine. The book contains photographs, which provide insights into the shaft sinking, raise boring and many other aspects of mining. Some of these processes have rarely been photographed before. The photographs show the hostile environment in which both miner and photographer were often working.

Alongside the excellent photographs simple explanations are given to describe both the processes themselves and the difficulties encountered in taking the photographs. This book will appeal to the miner, those interested in industrial railways and anyone with an enquiring mind regarding the industry.

 

Painting A Mine With Light, by John Peck

 

ISBN 0 9552557 0 8 64 PAGES, 86 illustrations, 27 in colour, paperback £6.95 plus £1.00 p&p

 

Can be purchased by post Cheques to John Peck, c/o Veyn barn, West Benaak, St Keyne,

Liskard

PL14 4RR

or via website www.johnpeckhandson.co.uk

 

And is distributed to the trade by Tor Mark Press, United Downs Industrial Estate, St Day, Redruth Tr16 5HY

 

Phone 012909 822101. FAX 01902 822035