Two small tears and crease on head of front cover. One small tear on hinge of front cover. Tear on top of spine. One tear on hinge of back cover, Two tears on top and bottom corners of back cover. Book underneath is clean and unmarked. Pages inside are clean and unmarked. Breakdown of history of copper, its role in human civilization, and its significance throughout the world. It explores copper mining, its uses, and its impact on various cultures and societies. 407 pages.