Lithology: Or Classification Of Rocks, With Their English, French, And German Names (1865) - Softcover

Lawrence, Philip Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1120317509 ISBN 13: 9781120317506

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2009

Synopsis

Lithology: Or Classification Of Rocks, With Their English, French, And German Names is a book written by Philip Henry Lawrence and published in 1865. The book is a comprehensive guide to the classification of rocks, and provides detailed information on the different types of rocks found in nature. The book is written in English, but also includes the French and German names for each type of rock, making it a useful resource for students and researchers in multiple countries. The author provides detailed descriptions of the physical characteristics of each type of rock, including their color, texture, and composition. In addition to the classification of rocks, the book also includes information on the geological processes that form them, as well as their uses in industry and construction. The author provides illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the different types of rocks and their properties. Overall, Lithology: Or Classification Of Rocks, With Their English, French, And German Names is a valuable resource for anyone interested in geology, earth science, or the study of rocks and minerals. It remains a classic reference book in the field and is still used by many researchers and students today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1120317509
• ISBN 13: 9781120317506
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 144