Coal Pits and Pitmen: A Short History of the Coal Trade and the Legislation Affecting It is a book written by Robert Nelson Boyd and published in 1892. The book provides a detailed account of the coal trade and the various laws that have affected it over the years. The author covers the history of coal mining, from its early days to the present, and discusses the different methods used to extract coal from the earth.Boyd also examines the social and economic impact of the coal trade on the communities that depended on it. He discusses the working conditions of the miners, the dangers they faced, and the efforts made to improve their working environment. The book also explores the role of unions in the coal trade and the various strikes and labor disputes that have occurred over the years.In addition, Coal Pits and Pitmen provides a comprehensive overview of the legislation that has affected the coal trade. The author discusses the various laws and regulations that have been passed to protect the rights of workers, improve safety conditions, and regulate the industry. He also examines the political and economic factors that have influenced the development of coal mining and the coal trade.Overall, Coal Pits and Pitmen is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the coal trade and its impact on society. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mining, labor relations, and the development of industry in the modern era.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.
