Originally published in 1891, this comprehensive study of the coal fields and coal trade of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia is an important historical document. The author, Richard Brown, provides detailed information about the geology of the coal fields, the production and transportation of coal, and the lives of the miners who worked in the industry. Illustrated with maps, diagrams, and photographs, The Coal Fields and Coal Trade of the Island of Cape Breton is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mining and energy production.

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