The Mentor: The Story of Coal, Vol. 6, Num. 6, Serial No. 154, May 1, 1918
1922
Environmental Issues, History - American, Science - Earth/Agricultural/Farming
The Mentor: The Story of Coal, published in 1918 by Charles Fitzhugh Talman, is an educational work that examines the geological and industrial significance of coal. It details the formation of coal from ancient vegetation during the Carboniferous Period, the extensive coal fields in the United States, and the evolution of coal mining practices. The book also discusses the various products derived from coal, such as electricity and industrial chemicals, while addressing issues like air pollution and mine safety, highlighting coal's critical role in shaping modern energy use and industrialization.
