Classical Geology and the Mines of the Greeks and Romans

Abstract

This chapter investigates the understanding that Classical Antiquity had of the earth, its origins, geology, geomorphology and the minerals contained within it with especial reference to metals. In addition, some attempt is made to investigate how the theoretical speculations interacted with the contemporary world of real materials and mining technology. A wide variety of evidences are presented from written and archaeological sources.

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