UNDERGROUND WALES by Martyn Farr 2001, 95pp 83 colour photos. HB DW
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Martyn has written several books on caving, and is known worldwide for
his cave diving exploits. He is also a skilled underground photographer.
He has a love of all things subterranean and his enthusiasm shines forth in
this volume. I am a fan of Martyn’s books as they all are good to read,
this one is no exception . Featured are many well-known and lesser-known
mines and caves in Wales, each with a grid reference and access details.
The book is broken down into subject headings: Limestone, Coal, Iron, Lead
and Zinc, Gold, Copper, Stone Workings and finally Dinorwig Power Station.
Martyn cleverly explains how the mines are worked, using historical
information to full effect. Producing colour photographs such as those
which illustrate this volume is no mean feat in the large slate and silica
mine chambers. The photo on the front cover of various levels in Olwyn Goch
Mine at Hendre North Wales is a unique shot and helps to explain the
vastness and complexity of these workings.
Martyn has a fine style of writing which makes this book a delight to
read and anyone interested in Welsh Mines or Caves will find this book a
must.
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