Welsh Slate: Archaeology and History of an Industry

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The book delves into the history of the Welsh slate industry, highlighting its prominence in the late nineteenth century when it supplied a significant portion of roofing slates globally. It explores the competition with quarries in France and the United States, examining the factors that contributed to Wales becoming a leading source of slate. Through this historical narrative, it reveals the impact of the slate industry on architecture and construction worldwide.