This Was Sawmilling Sawdust Sagas of the Western Mills

This book, titled ""This Was Sawmilling: Sawdust Sagas Of The Western Mills"" by Ralph Warren Andrews, provides a comprehensive account of the sawmilling industry in the western United States. The author draws upon his own experiences as a sawmill worker and manager, as well as extensive research, to paint a vivid picture of the challenges and triumphs of this vital industry. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of sawmilling in the west, the technological advances that transformed the industry, the daily lives of sawmill workers, and the impact of sawmilling on the environment and local communities. Through a series of engaging and informative stories, the author brings to life the colorful characters, the hard work, and the ingenuity that made sawmilling such an important part of the western landscape. The book is richly illustrated with historical photographs and includes a glossary of sawmilling terms and a bibliography for further reading. Overall, ""This Was Sawmilling"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the American West, the evolution of industry, or the lives of working people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.