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Tayoltita, las Minas de San Lu s

By Rod Boggs

Tayoltita, las Minas de San Lu s Art & Literature

Tayoltita, las Minas de San Lu s

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Fresh out of the University of Colorado with a degree in geology, the author found himself embarking on an adventurous first job as an exploration geologist for Minas de San Lu s, situated in the quaint pueblo of Tayoltita in Durango, Mexico. Nestled under Bola os Peak and in the heart of the Sierra Madre Occidental, the mine was a remote gem accessible only by a solitary road winding 3,000 feet up the mountain.Beyond his duties at the mine, he was charged with the thrilling task of scouting the surrounding wilderness for new gold or silver deposits, offering potential expansion for the company. It s in these explorations, traversing rugged terrains always on muleback, never horse, where the story truly unfolds.His narrative richly details the culture, courage, intrigue, superstitions, wisdom, and escapades of the local inhabitants he met along the way. These encounters add a colorful depth to his experiences in Tayoltita.Set against the backdrop of the early days of the drug cartels, this memoir not only recounts geological explorations but also captures a pivotal moment in history. After his return to the United States, the role of Exploration Geologist at Minas de San Lu s remained unfilled, marking the end of an era in this secluded part of the Sierra Madre Occidental.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
200
Release Date:
2025-10-10
Publication Date:
2025-10-10
Publisher:
Austin Macauley
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798886937954
Weight:
313 g
Height:
156 cm
Width:
234 cm
Thickness:
11 cm
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