The Wonthaggi Coalfields by Philip Harper | History of the Men and the Mines | 1987

Author: Philip Harper (1926–)
Publisher: Electrical Industry Advertising, Oak Park, Victoria, 1987
ISBN: 0958829624
Format: Softcover
Pages: 152 p. : illustrations, 1 map ; 28 cm
Type of Book: Local History / Mining Heritage
Condition: Fair – light wear to covers, signs of water damage to some areas, but internally very good and fully readable.

Description:
The Wonthaggi Coalfields: A Story of the Men and the Mines is a comprehensive and engaging history of coal mining in the Wonthaggi region of Victoria, Australia. Through photographs, maps, and personal stories, author Philip Harper documents the lives of miners and the development of the State Coal Mine, one of Victoria’s most significant industrial operations.

With rich historical detail and a focus on the human side of mining, this 1987 publication is an important contribution to Australia’s industrial and labour history.

Why You'll Love It:
A valuable addition to collections on Victorian regional history, coal mining, or Australian working-class heritage, this book preserves the voices and experiences of the Wonthaggi mining community.