Episode 399: Replicating History
Historically Thinking
Debunking the Coal Narrative
This chapter challenges the common belief that deforestation was the primary driver behind Britain's shift to coal, arguing instead for the significance of land availability for various fuel sources. It also explores historical woodland management practices and the crucial distinction between wood for fuel and timber for naval construction.
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