To The Cape For Diamonds

To The Cape For Diamonds

Frederick Boyle

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104416188
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To The Cape For Diamonds: A Story Of Digging Experiences In South Africa (1873) is a book written by Frederick Boyle, which tells the story of his experiences while digging for diamonds in South Africa. The book takes the reader on a journey through the diamond fields of South Africa, where the author describes the harsh living conditions, the dangerous work, and the thrill of finding diamonds. Boyle also provides a detailed account of the diamond industry in South Africa, including the history of diamond mining, the methods used to extract diamonds from the earth, and the impact of the diamond trade on the local economy. The book is a fascinating insight into the world of diamond mining in the 19th century and provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced by those who sought to make their fortune in this dangerous and unpredictable industry. With its vivid descriptions and engaging narrative, To The Cape For Diamonds is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of diamond mining in South Africa.With Comments And Criticisms, Political, Social, And Miscellaneous, Upon The Present State And Future Prospects Of The Diamond Fields.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.

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