Annals of Coal Mining and the Coal Trade: The Invention of the Steam Engine and the Origin of the Railway is a historical book written by Robert Lindsay Galloway in 1898. The book provides a comprehensive account of the coal mining industry and the development of the steam engine and railway in Great Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries. The book begins with a detailed overview of the history of coal mining, including the earliest methods of extraction and transportation. It then delves into the invention of the steam engine and how it revolutionized the coal industry, making it possible to extract coal from deeper mines and transport it more efficiently. Galloway also explores the origins of the railway and how it transformed the coal trade, enabling coal to be transported over long distances to new markets. The book provides a wealth of information on the key figures involved in the development of the steam engine and railway, including James Watt and George Stephenson. Throughout the book, Galloway provides numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the technical aspects of coal mining, steam engines, and railways. He also includes anecdotes and stories that bring the history to life, making it an engaging read for anyone interested in the history of industry and technology. Overall, Annals of Coal Mining and the Coal Trade: The Invention of the Steam Engine and the Origin of the Railway is a valuable resource for historians, researchers, and anyone interested in the history of coal mining and the industrial revolution in Great Britain.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.