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Thoughts on a Pebble: a lively first lesson in geology you can hold in your hand.
This regional geology classic guides readers through the journey of a simple flint pebble. It explores how a common stone carries clues to ancient seas, living creatures, and the long history of the coast. Bright examples from chalk, flint, and fossil remains invite curious minds to see the world as a connected story written in stone.
What you’ll experience- A layperson-friendly look at how pebbles travel from distant rocks to a familiar stream bed.
- Hands-on ideas about fossils, shells, and ancient life preserved in chalk.
- Clear explanations of classic fossil types like ammonites and nautilus, and how they relate to their rocks.
- A view of the Sussex coast and Brighton cliffs as a living classroom about Earth’s history.
Ideal for readers of nature writing, popular science, and early geology studies.
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