Rocks and minerals by chris pellant, 9781472909930, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. A general introduction is followed by a detailed exploration of the three groups of rocks. Contains 256 pages, a glossary, identification guides and index. Rocks and minerals eyewitness handbooks hardcover june 25, 1992. Rocks and minerals will enthrall young rock enthusiasts with amazing information about how rocks help us understand earth and our own history, from early fossils to the treasure troves of pirates and the building of spacecraft. Pough this book covers in depth most minerals, their composition and formations, how to identify them as well as how and where they form and has 64 pages of color pictures and descriptions of minerals. These include the complete book of rocks and minerals, fossils of the world, and discover science.
A great book for reading or reference, this handy 6. It covers over 500 specimens in every detail including their composition, hardness, sg, cleavage and fracture and each description is accompaned by a faithful and sometimes beautiful photograph of the specimen. This is one of the most thorough and comprehensive books you can buy on the subject of rocks and minerals. Rocks and minerals, the complete book of rocks and minerals, fossils of the world, and discover science. A general introduction is followed by an introduction to rocks covering the three groups. Buy a discounted hardcover of my book of rocks and. A book all about rocks and minerals, in the expert reader strand. Has coloured pictures inside with a description about the rock, mineral, fossil.
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The paperback of the rocks and minerals smithsonian handbooks series by. Written and designed for the beginner, this book describes and illustrates the most common and interesting rocks and minerals, from simple sandstone to exotic gems. Features introduce different categories, from crystals to glowinthedark minerals, and illuminating images provide a closer look and show amazing geological formations. More information i started by reading rocks and minerals, one of a series of handbooks published by the smithsonian institution.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In addition to his authorial work, he runs a photographic more about chris pellant. Peterson first guide to rocks and minerals by frederick pough. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket.
Richard wilson the university digital library home. Rocks and minerals smithsonian handbooks series 256. Shows and describes igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks, minerals, and fossils, and the type of terrain in which they may be found. Chris pellant has been writing earth science books since the 1980s. Hardcover this item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. If a page of the book isnt showing here, please add text bookcat to the end of the page concerned. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. It is full of fascinating minerals, and we use its treasures in hundreds of ways. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. A scholastic level 2 reader that answers early readers questions about rocks and minerals. Order this book minerals of the world princeton field guide by ole johnsen soft cover, 5. For experts and armchair enthusiasts like, rocks and minerals will appeal to anyone interested in uncovering the mysteries of this subject. The english geoscientists are the best in the world in their presentation and love of what they are researching. The three main groups of rocks are then considered.
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My book of rocks and minerals, things to find, collect, and. The complete book of rocks and minerals, fossils of the world, and discover science. Im using it with my grandson as we study rocks and work. This was a hard back book and had the same exact information and layout as the smaller sized paperback titled rock and minerals listed as a smithsonian handbook. Rocks and minerals books pics download new books and. Rocks and minerals dk handbooks by pellant, chris book condition. There are rock and mineral identification books for kids such as. Rocks and minerals of the world by michael odonoghue and others. These include the complete book of rocks and minerals, fossils of the world, and. I chose to read a book about rocks and minerals because ever since i was a. Rocks and minerals dk handbooks by pellant, chris and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Look up different rocks and minerals, and find clear, annotated photography to pick.
Rocks and minerals smithsonian handbooks series by chris. Minor surface marking and minimal edgewear, otherwise near fine copy with no inscriptions first edition. Aug 18, 20 author chris pellant explains the basics and offers a guide for identifying rocks and minerals with excellent photographs and explanations. Rocks, minerals and fossils of the world pan books, 1990.
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Learn how to start a rock collection, and discover uses and properties of rocks, minerals and crystals. Buy rocks, minerals and fossils of the world by chris pellant, roger j. My book of rocks and minerals is filled with fascinating facts about and amazing images of rocks, minerals, gems, and fossils from the deepest caves to outer space. Illustrated with dozens of beautiful color photographs, it tells how these rocks and minerals formed and how to identify them and includes tips on collecting. Handbook of rocks, minerals and gemstones by walter schumann. Designed for beginners and experienced collectors alike the dorling kindersley handbook of rocks and minerals explains what rocks or minerals are how they are classified and how to start a collection. The text is well illustrated with 16 photographs of minerals and a total of 89 figures. In addition each mineral entry features an illustration showing the crystal system to which the mineral belongs. Pan books, 1990 authoritative guide to the characteristics and geographical locations of the world s rocks, minerals and fossils. In this updated and revised version igneous, sedimentary. Explore what specimens look like and how theyre used today readers can use the information to identify rocks and minerals themselves and open up a spectacular new world.
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The rock cycle the cycle does not always follow the central circular course. This category contains pages that are part of the identifying rocks and minerals book. The complete book of rocks and minerals hardcover july 1, 1995. Rocks, minerals and fossils of the world by chris pellant.
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