The area of
England known as the Black Country has a rich heritage in the chain
trade due to its plentiful resources of coal and iron. In the nineteenth
century thousands of tons of chain were hand-made here each week.
This book explores the long history and gruelling methods of chain
production and delves into the experiences of the men, women and
children who spent their lives slaving over dangerous furnaces to
produce many varieties and sizes of chain.
32 pages.
5-7/8 x 8-1/4. Soft cover. © 2008. ISBN 9780852635612.
Order Number: VAP241. Price: $11.95
