Description

The Entombed Miner is a historical non-fiction book by Tom Austen, first published in 1987. The book is a dramatic and meticulously researched account of a real-life accident in the Golden Mile of Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, where a miner became trapped. Austen's work captures the spirit of the goldfields community, detailing the rescue efforts, the challenges of early mining, and the personal drama of the incident. The Signed feature makes this softcover a valued collectible for enthusiasts of Western Australian history and goldfields narratives.

Synopsis

Title: The Entombed Miner
Author/Publisher: Tom Austen, St George Books
Publication Year: 1987
Format: Illustrated Softcover, Wraps

Tom Austen's *The Entombed Miner* is an original vintage non-fiction work, published in 1987 by St George Books. This compelling account delves into a dramatic real-life mining accident in Western Australia's famed Golden Mile of Kalgoorlie, offering a poignant glimpse into a significant moment in Australian industrial history.

Notably signed by the author, this book is a meticulously researched biographical narrative of a harrowing event. Austen vividly reconstructs the incident of a miner trapped underground, drawing the reader into the challenges and human spirit of the era.

• A Goldfields Ordeal: Uncover the dramatic circumstances surrounding a real-life mining accident in the legendary Golden Mile, setting the stage for a compelling narrative of survival and resilience.
• The Rescue Effort: Experience the intense and perilous efforts undertaken by the Kalgoorlie community to free the trapped miner, detailing the ingenuity and courage displayed during a crisis.
• Life in Early Kalgoorlie: Gain insight into the harsh realities and vibrant community spirit of Western Australia's goldfields, exploring the challenges of early mining and the bonds forged under difficult conditions.

This signed, original vintage edition provides a unique window into a pivotal historical event and the human stories intertwined with Western Australia's mining heritage, making it a desirable acquisition for collectors of Australian non-fiction and signed works.

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This item has been professionally inspected and is in Good condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.

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