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National Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America by Sarah Garlick (2014, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherDisney Publishing Worldwide
ISBN-101426212828
ISBN-139781426212826
eBay Product ID (ePID)168019843
Product Key Features
Book TitleNational Geographic Pocket Guide to Rocks and Minerals of North America
Number of Pages184 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2014
TopicPersonal & Practical Guides, Earth Sciences / Geology, Rocks & Minerals
IllustratorYes
GenreNature, Reference, Science
AuthorSarah Garlick
Book SeriesPocket Guides
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.5 in
Item Weight7.8 Oz
Item Length7.3 in
Item Width4.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2014-469736
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal552.09
SynopsisA handy beginner's field guide to geology, identifying 160 minerals, rocks, fossils, and geological formations. With photos, fact boxes, and descriptive text for each item, plus a useful introduction to geology basics. Compact, comprehensive, and easy to use, this basic field guide to geology helps identify the rocks, minerals, fossils, and land formations most likely to be found in North America. With this book, amateur rockhounds learn the basics- key properties and classifications used to identify rocks and minerals, plus interesting facts and stories about how they formed and have been used by humans through time. Color photographs, illuminating infographics, and detailed descriptions help distinguish each geological treasure. All 160 entries-44 rocks, 44 minerals, 20 fossils, and 52 landforms-include key identification points, photographs, and illustrations, making his guide the perfect starting point for anyone, young or old, interested in the study of rocks and geology. From familiar rocks and minerals like granite and agate to precious metals like silver and gold, from petrified wood and shark teeth to weathered arches and cinder cones, this little book offers a wealth of geological information in a convenient package. Tuck it into a pocket on the trail or browse through it at home- Either way, it will satisfy the eager rock collector or the science buff just wanting to learn more., This basic beginner's field guide to North American geology helps anyone identify common rocks, minerals, gems, fossils, and land formations. In a logical, user-friendly, highly visual format, this new title--one of an expanding collection of National Geographic pocket guides--offers key facts about dozens of rocks and minerals, how to hunt and identify them, where and how to go looking. The book also pictures and explains the fossils most likely to be found and the fundamental land and rock formations in the North American landscape. With 160 entries, formatted with clear language, key identification points, carefully chosen photographs, and expertly drafted illustrations, this guide is the perfect starting point for anyone, young or old, interested in the study of rocks and geology.
LC Classification NumberQE432.G37 2014
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- Oct 17, 2015Top favorable review
Pocket Guide
This is a handy book to keep in your pocket when hunting for rocks in the outdoors. It provides pictures and information that are very useful and helps to identify many rocks. It's perfect for beginners and advanced rock hunters who need a quick reference while enjoying their hobby.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Mar 19, 2016Top critical review
Not Bad.
This book wasn't what I expected. I expected this book to be more like the Peterson guides. It didn't tell what states the rocks and minerals were found in as well as what kind of rocks the metals and gems were found in, or with. That is why I bought the North America guide, so I could search for them in my area of the US. For some reason it did not list turquoise, which is in my state and I wanted to look for it. I guess I will find another book that is more what I want.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 11, 2018
Nice book for those with a minor interest in rocks and minerals. One section devoted to landforms rather than rocks and minerals.
Not as comprehensive as I had hoped.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Feb 04, 2016
easy to follow -nice pictures - good info
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- May 16, 2024
Another great book. Thanks
Another great book. ThanksVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 14, 2018
very self explanatory
we are recreational gold and mineral hunters, and we live in the gem state and this book helps me identify raw gemsVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Nov 09, 2024
Good research
Good bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Jul 09, 2019
Awsome
Awesome. Gave me a good info.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Apr 27, 2025
print is a little to small for me
print is a little to small for me.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Feb 24, 2016
very quick shipper item exactly as advertised, thank you
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
