This comprehensive work is an in-depth analysis of the iron manufacturing industry in Great Britain. It covers a wide range of topics, including the properties of iron, the process of smelting, and the various applications of iron in industry and commerce. Written by renowned metallurgist William Truran, this book is an essential resource for anyone with an interest in the history of industry and technology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.