The Iron Boys In The Mines: Or Starting At The Bottom Of The Shaft is a novel written by James R. Mears and published in 1912. The story follows a group of young boys who work in the iron mines of Pennsylvania. The main character, Joe, is determined to become a successful miner despite the dangerous and challenging conditions of the job. Along with his friends, he navigates the treacherous tunnels and learns the ins and outs of the mining industry. The boys face various obstacles, including cave-ins, gas leaks, and equipment malfunctions, but they persevere through hard work and determination. The novel provides an insightful look into the lives of miners in the early 20th century and highlights the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and safety in the workplace.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.