Download or read book The Story of a Piece of Coal: What It Is, Whence It Comes, and Whither It Goes written by Edward A. Martin and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-12-09 with total page 120 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This page-turner presents a heartwarming tale of trial, triumph, and a never-ending quest for true love. It will make you laugh, cry, and inform you about what coal is, its origin, and whither it goes. Content includes: The Origin of Coal and the Plants of Which It is Composed A General View of the Coal-bearing Strata Various Forms of Coal and Carbon The Coal-mine and Its Dangers Early History—its Use and Its Abuse How Gas is Made—illuminating Oils and Bye-products The Coal Supplies of the World The Coal-tar Colours