This book provides a thorough overview of the natural resources of West Virginia, including forests, minerals, soils, and waterways. The author discusses the history of resource exploitation in the state, as well as the potential for future development. This book will be of interest to anyone interested in the natural resources of West Virginia, as well as to researchers and policymakers working in the fields of environmental science and resource management.

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