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Charles D. Hockensmith - Millstone Quarries of Powell County, Kentucky, Häftad

Häftad, Engelska, 2009

Millstone Quarries of Powell County, Kentucky

Av Charles D. Hockensmith

Del i serien Contributions to Southern Appalachian Studies

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In the early nineteenth century, mills were ubiquitous, making possible dozens of indispensable items--from the bread served at every meal to the boards used to construct houses and other buildings. Because millstones went through so much daily wear and tear, only certain types of rock formations were suitable for millstone quarries, though they were often difficult to locate and access.This book provides an archaeological and historical study of six millstone quarries in Powell County, Kentucky. While the best-known conglomerate millstone quarries were in New York, Virginia, and Pennsylvania, Powell County was an important millstone producer for Kentucky, and the quarries there are well-preserved and documented. It features dozens of photographs and tables, two maps, and seven appendices.
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Charles D. Hockensmith worked as a staff archaeologist with the Kentucky Heritage Council for 27 years before retiring in July 2008. He has published extensively on several historic industries with special emphasis on millstone quarries, bricks manufacturing, and lime kilns.

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“this book would be a welcome addition to the library of anyone interested in industrial archaeology and the millstone trade or the history of Powell County, Kentucky”—Old Mill News; “Hockensmith has done a great service to those who study millstones and quarrying...an important case study...a grand survey...indispensable”—Historical Archaeology.

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