Cambridge Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils. Second edition, revised and expanded

Bishop, A. C., A. R. Woolley, W. R. Hamilton

ISBN 10: 0521778816 / ISBN 13: 9780521778817

Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 1999

About this Item

336 pp. Rubber-stamped on first page.

Seller Inventory # 32442

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cambridge Guide to Minerals, Rocks and Fossils. Second edition, revised and expanded
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521778816
• ISBN 13: 9780521778817
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Book Type: book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Geology

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Synopsis

An authoritative and practical identification guide to minerals, rocks and fossils of the world. This new edition of a classic reference work has been completely revised, updated and redesigned, with new extended introductory sections and appendices. An invaluable handbook for amateur collectors and specialists alike, this book is small and compact enough to carry in the pocket or backpack. • Over 600 specimens in full colour • Every specimen described and illustrated on the same double-page spread • Over 300 line drawings identifying structures and features

Review

"This detailed but accessible book is written for anybody with an interest in geology or paleontology. The compact design, filled with color photographs, is designed to be used in the field, for the identifiacation of material found." Book News, Inc.