A Treatise on the Cornish Pumping Engine: in Two Parts. Part I. Historical Notice of the Application of the Steam Engine to the Purpose of Draining the Mines of Cornwall ... Part Ii. Description of the Cornish Pumping Engine and of Its Various Peculiarities as Contrasted With the Ordinary...

A Treatise on the Cornish Pumping Engine by William Pole provides a detailed historical account of the application of the steam engine to drain the mines of Cornwall. The book delves into the progressive improvements made in the district starting from the early attempts by Thomas Savery to the development of the atmospheric engine by Newcomen and Cawley. The author highlights the challenges faced by miners in draining water from deep shafts and the limitations of existing water and animal-powered systems. The introduction of steam power revolutionized the mining industry enabling deeper excavations and increased efficiency in water extraction. The book also discusses the economic significance of the Cornish Pumping Engine its impact on mining operations and the contributions of various inventors to the advancement of steam technology. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical events and technical details the author sheds light on the evolution of steam engines and their critical role in the industrial progress of Cornwall.