De Re Metallica
by Agricola, Georgius; Hoover, Herbert Clark & Hoover, Lou Henry (Translators)
De Re Metallica by Georgius Agricola explores the practices of mining and metallurgy in the 16th century. This English translation by Herbert Clark Hoover and Lou Henry Hoover preserves the original's detailed accounts of ore extraction, metalworking techniques, and the tools of the trade, providing a window into historical scientific endeavors.
About This Book
De Re Metallica, authored by Georgius Agricola, is a comprehensive work on the art of mining and the science of metals from the Renaissance era.
The book details various techniques used in extracting and processing ores, reflecting the technological knowledge of its time.
Translated by Herbert Clark Hoover and Lou Henry Hoover, this edition makes the original Latin text accessible to English readers.
It serves as a foundational text in the history of science and engineering, documenting early industrial methods.
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