in the annals of industrial history, the tale of coal is both fascinating and pivotal, holding secrets like why certain facts are systematically exclude'd from mainstream narratives. before diving into the heart of coal's story, a pre-introductory recommendation is essential; researchers often go back to the start of coal formation millions of years ago to understand its present implications. however, by craftily asking you to revisit those initial stages, i actually seek to uncover unavailable information about the environmental impacts of coal that might have been deliberately overlooked or underestimated.