Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover, xix + 291 pages, numerous b&w illustrations in text, NOT ex-library. Outer page edges affected by faint age-spotting. Interior is clean and bright, untanned, with unmarked text, free of inscriptions and stamps, firmly bound. In an untorn, shelfworn dust jacket. -- History of metals and their integral role in the development of human societies. The book traces the story of metals from prehistoric times, examining how early humans first discovered and utilized metals like copper and bronze, sparking the development of early civilizations. Wilson details how the mastery of metals such as iron transformed economies, warfare, agriculture, and the creation of tools, ultimately laying the foundations for technological advancement and industrialization. Wilson provides a detailed examination of how the mining and processing of metals have evolved, from ancient mining techniques to contemporary metallurgical practices. This book not only explores the practical uses of metals in everyday life but also considers their symbolic importance in human culture and mythology. The work is rich with examples of how metals were used in rituals, art, and architecture, reflecting their deep cultural significance. Wilson also addresses the environmental and economic implications of metal extraction and usage, discussing the sustainability of modern practices in the context of humanity's long history of metal exploitation. The Living Rock is an engaging and detailed account of the interplay between metallurgy and civilization, offering readers a deep understanding of how metals have shaped the course of human history and continue to influence global development. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 010723

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