Asbestos, Its production and use With some account of the asbestos mines of Canada

"Asbestos, Its Production and Use" by Robert H. Jones is a scientific book that examines the characteristics, manufacturing, and industrial applications of asbestos, while giving attention to Canadian and Italian mines. The book aims to give accurate details about this increasingly popular mineral. The text begins by highlighting its unusual properties and historical uses, noting its growing significance in industry. Jones then discusses how he gathered information for his research. He goes over the processes in asbestos mines, its distribution across different areas, and the classification of asbestos types, while comparing Canadian and Italian asbestos and focusing on the rising demand of this mineral.