The Project Gutenberg EBook of The Business of Mining, by Arthur J. Hoskin This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with almost no restrictions whatsoever. You may copy it, give it away or re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included with this eBook or online at Title: The Business of Mining A brief non-technical exposition of the principles involved in the profitable operation of mines Author: Arthur J. Hoskin Release Date: February 16, 2012 .