Book Recommendations Needed: Resource & Mining Fundamentals

[investorpaul]

Hi Everyone,

I am look for a book(s) that will give me a good understanding on the mining process.

I currently have The Mining Valuation Handbook by Dr Victor Rudenno, however I am finding it hard to follow. Although it appears to cover good information it doesnt do it in an easy to follow manner and/or it is pitched towards someone who already understands the process.

I am specifically looking for a book/or any good online resource that:

1. Clearly defines the processes involved in going from exploration, production and shipping.
2. The different types of mining and the benefits/risks associated with each.
3. How grading of minerals works and what is considered good, average or bad for each commodity.
4. Any other information that I will need the answer to as my knowledge progresses.

Thanks in advance

P.S. I did use the search function but could not find anything related to mining. If something does exist please point me in the right direction.

 

[awg]

Hi Everyone,

I am look for a book(s) that will give me a good understanding on the mining process.

I currently have The Mining Valuation Handbook by Dr Victor Rudenno, however I am finding it hard to follow. Although it appears to cover good information it doesnt do it in an easy to follow manner and/or it is pitched towards someone who already understands the process.

I am specifically looking for a book/or any good online resource that:

1. Clearly defines the processes involved in going from exploration, production and shipping.
2. The different types of mining and the benefits/risks associated with each.
3. How grading of minerals works and what is considered good, average or bad for each commodity.
4. Any other information that I will need the answer to as my knowledge progresses.

Thanks in advance

P.S. I did use the search function but could not find anything related to mining. If something does exist please point me in the right direction.

I would recommend a free download of "The Hardrock Miners Handbook" as a pdf

Its a good primer I guess, but such a complex area, the questions you ask cover several University degree disciplines

 

[investorpaul]

Thats perfect

Thanks heaps

 

[skc]

Thats perfect

Thanks heaps

Some analyst research reports can be helpful. The more detailed ones may provide the sort of background information you are looking for.

 

[joea]

If you go to "Intersuisse" site , join for free, you will get some broker analysis on "emerging companies".
There is an Index of these companies.
Cheers