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The Trumpington Fossil Diggings

ByBernard O'Connor

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An investigation into the social, economic and archaeological impact of the 19th century coprolite industry in Trumpington. Thought at the time to be fossilised dinosaur droppings, rich in phosphate they were used as the raw material in the manufacture of superphosphate. Many landowners made fortunes from the having the fossils raised. Many labourers made good money working the diggings.

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Publication Date
Aug 25, 2011
Language
English
ISBN
9781447833161
Category
History
Copyright
All Rights Reserved - Standard Copyright License
Contributors
By (author): Bernard O'Connor

Specifications

Pages
103
Binding
Perfect Bound
Interior Color
Black & White
Dimensions
A5 (5.83 x 8.27 in / 148 x 210 mm)

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