Mining Lore
The miner’s friendHow a 17th century mining challenge spawned the Industrial Revolution
How a 17th century mining challenge spawned the Industrial Revolution
August 28, 2019
A diagram of Savery’s steam engine, which was capable of raising water eight metres. Courtesy of John Farey
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