Rocks and Rock Formations by Jrg Meyer

Rocks and Rock Formations by Jrg Meyer

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The first field guide that allows amateur rock enthusiasts to identify basic rocks and rock formations in a systematic wayMany of us are fascinated by rocks-but identifying them can seem daunting. It's often tricky even for geologists, who rely on experience, intuition, and in-depth familiarity with rock-forming components. Rocks and Rock Forma

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Rocks and Rock Formations by Jrg Meyer

The first field guide that allows amateur rock enthusiasts to identify basic rocks and rock formations in a systematic wayMany of us are fascinated by rocks-but identifying them can seem daunting. It's often tricky even for geologists, who rely on experience, intuition, and in-depth familiarity with rock-forming components. Rocks and Rock Forma
"This is an ambitious little field guide, which aims to allow amateurs to identify basic rocks and rock formations, for the first time, in a systematic way"---Jon Trevelyan, Deposits Magazine
"The book . . . gives any amateur geologist a genuine opportunity to identify rock types out in the field."---David Swales, British Naturalists Association
Jürg Meyer is a professional geologist and licensed mountain guide, as well as lecturer and author in the areas of geology and the environment. He lives in Switzerland.
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ISBN 13 9780691199528
ISBN 10 0691199523
Title Rocks and Rock Formations
Author Jürg Meyer
Series Princeton Field Guides
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Princeton University Press
Year published 2021-06-22
Number of pages 192
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.