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1	Salt: A World History more books like this by Mark Kurlansky Homer called salt "a divine substance", while Plato described it as "especially dear to the gods". Kurlansky blends political, commercial, scientific, religious and culinary records into this history of the substance which he claims shaped civilization from the beginning. see all copies from $2.34! new only from $8.00! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
2	National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals more books like this by Charles W Chesterman These are fully illustrated with color photographs, comprehensive field guides including extensive descriptions covering appearance, habitat, range and much more! see all copies from $8.54! new only from $12.29! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Gemstones more books like this by Cally Hall This series of visual recognition guides are designed to make identification as simple and accurate as possible. Each volume contains clear photographs and artworks with text. This volume offers a guide to gemstones. see all copies from $5.84! new only from $11.52! \| SVS
4	Gemstones of the World more books like this by Walter Schumann This is the standard reference for over twenty years, now completely revised and updated with many new illustrations. "Gemstones of the World" is the most comprehensive and informative colour manual of the world's gemstones and includes more than 1,400 examples. Opposite each illustration the text provides an exact description of the particular ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.40! \| first editions \| SVS
5	Field guide to rocks and minerals more books like this by Frederick H Pough The definitive guide to rocks and minerals, completely updated for the fifth edition, includes 385 color photographs showing rocks, minerals, and geologic formations. Hundreds of minerals are described, with details such as geographic formations. Hundreds of minerals are described, with details such as geographic distribution, physical properties, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.86! \| first editions \| SVS
6	Simon & Schuster's Guide to Rocks and Minerals more books like this by Annibale Mottana, Rodolfo Crespi, Giuseppe Liborio Practical, concise, and easy to use, "Simon & Schuster's Guide to Rocks and Minerals" contains everything that the rock and mineral enthusiast needs to know. This field guide is divided into two large sections -- one devoted to minerals and one to rocks, each prefaced by a comprehensive introduction that discusses formation, chemistry, and more. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.81! \| first editions \| SVS
7	Rocks & Minerals more books like this by Chris Pellant These "Eyewitness Handbooks" are pocket-sized reference books. This particular guide looks at minerals and rocks, with annotation highlighting distinguishing features of each example. For easier reference, at-a-glance information panels, illustrations and photographs are provided for each entry. Text provides information on key characteristics, ... see all copies from $2.73! new only from $10.00! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Principles of Sedimentology & Stratigraphy more books like this by Sam Boggs, Jr. A concise treatment of the fundamental principles of sedimentology and stratigraphy, featuring the important physical, chemical, biological and stratigraphic characteristics of sedimentary rocks. Emphasized are the ways in which the study of sedimentary rocks is used to interpret depositional environments, changes in ancient sea level, and other ... see all copies from $9.69! new only from $86.80!
9	Peterson first guide to rocks and minerals more books like this by Frederick H Pough, Roger Tory Peterson (Editor) Written and designed for the beginner, this book describes and illustrates the most common and interesting rocks and minerals, from simple sandstone to exotic gems. Illustrated with dozens of beautiful color photographs, it tells how these rocks and minerals formed and how to identify them--and includes tips on collecting. 175 color photographs, ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Rocks and Minerals more books like this by Herbert Spencer Zim, Ph.D., SC.D., Paul R Shaffer, Raymond Perlman (Illustrator) Includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, and sections on metallic, nonmetallic, gem and rock-forming minerals, and on igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $52.45! \| first editions
11 view cover	Gem Trails of Arizona more books like this by James R Mitchell Best-selling guide covering over 90 collecting sites. Maps, detailed text and photos lead the collector to sites as diverse as the rocks and minerals found there. Color photos highlight specimens from azurite to wulfenite. Indexed by location and by mineral. Includes glossary. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $13.56!
12 view cover	Rocks, Gems and Minerals: Revised and Updated more books like this by Herbert Spencer Zim, Ph.D., SC.D., Paul R Shaffer, Raymond Perlman (Illustrator) Includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, and sections on metallic, nonmetallic, gem and rock-forming minerals, and on igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. see all copies from $4.32! new only from $4.32! \| SVS
13 view cover	Handbook of Rocks, Minerals, and Gemstones more books like this by Walter Schumann, R Bradshaw (Translator) This handbook includes more than 600 stunning color photographs showing rocks, minerals, and gems from all over the world. Each specimen is described in detail: its origin and structure, chemical composition, hardness, color, and other properties. see all copies from $3.60! new only from $15.84! \| SVS
14 view cover	Gemstones (Collins Gem) more books like this by Cally Oldershaw Gemstones have been a source of delight and fascination for many thousands of years. This revised edition explores the nature of gems, their beauty, rarity and durability, and the mineral properties that govern these qualities. It describes the most popular gemstones in detail and looks at how gem minerals form, where they are found and mined, and ... see all copies from $4.00! new only from $4.00! \| SVS
15 view cover	The Jeweler's Directory of Gemstones: A Complete Guide to Appraising and Using Precious Stones from Cut and Color to Shape and Settings more books like this by Judith Crowe A well-illustrated reference for anyone needing to make accurate judgements about gemstones, including sources and grading, settings, cutting and faceting, gemstone groups, appraising, spotting synthetics and fakes and much more. see all copies from $21.32! new only from $21.32! \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	Rocks and Rock Minerals more books like this by Richard V Dietrich, Brian J Skinner A contemporary successor to the Louis V. Pirsson and Adolph Knopf editions, providing a guide and reference that explains how rocks occur, their commercial usage, and how to identify them through macroscopic, handspecimen features. Gives complete coverage of rock-forming minerals, rocks and man-made, rock-like materials, as well as meteorites, ... see all copies from $35.00! new only from $73.06! \| SVS
17 view cover	An Introduction to Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology more books like this by John D Winter For a combined, one-semester, junior/senior-level course in Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology. Also useful for programs that teach Igneous Petrology and Metamorphic Petrology separately. Unlike other texts on igneous and metamorphic petrology--which are geared to either advanced or novice petrology students--this text offers unique, comprehensive ... see all copies from $64.73! new only from $73.00! \| first editions \| SVS
18 view cover	Rocks and Minerals more books like this by E Ricciuti A simple explanation of how rocks and minerals are formed is provided in this book that features full-color photographs of the change of the seasons. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $50.99! \| first editions
19 view cover	Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology more books like this by Myron G Best Igneous and metamorphic petrology has over the last 20 years expanded rapidly into a broad, multifaceted, and increasingly quantitative science. Advances in geochemistry, geochronology, and geophysics, as well as the appearance of new analytical tools, have all contributed to new ways of thinking about the origin and evolution of magmas, and the ... see all copies from $5.38! new only from $17.50! \| first editions \| SVS
20 view cover	Salt more books like this by Mark Kurlansky Mark Kurlansky, who wrote COD, now turns his attention to salt, looking at its history and the odd associations it has had for people: it has been seen variously as divine, aphrodisiac, good for preserving food, useful for reviving zombies, and of course indispensable in the cuisines of many nations. A New York Times Notable Book for 2002. see all copies from $9.00! new only from $13.99!
21 view cover	Rocks & Minerals more books like this by Sue Fuller This is one of a series of pocket-sized guides on a range of subjects. Arranged thematically for easy reference, each "Pocket" has been written by a subject expert in a way that aims to make the information easily accessible to readers aged 8 and up. The reference section at the back contains extra facts and figures. This book covers rocks and ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.50! \| SVS
22 view cover	Gemstones more books like this by Emma Foa This reference book provides facts on gemstones. It is part of the "DK Pockets" series which covers subjects from natural history to architecture in a clear and logical way. see all copies from $2.42! new only from $3.50! \| SVS
23 view cover	Clay: The History and Evolution of Humankind's Relationship with Earth's Most Primal Element more books like this by Suzanne Staubach This is a fascinating look at how, from the primordial ooze to modern miracles, this most humble of substances continues to shape the world in ways limited only by the human imagination. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.75! \| signed copies \| first editions
24 view cover	Sedimentary Geology: An Introduction to Sedimentary Rocks and Stratigraphy more books like this by Professor Donald R Prothero, Fred Schwab This is an accessible introductory text for geology students, which encompasses both sedimentary rocks and stratigraphy. "Sedimentary Geology" utilizes important research in tectonics and sedimentation and focuses on crucial geological principles. The text covers a wide range of topics, including trace fossils, mudrocks, diagentetic structures and ... see all copies from $59.94! new only from $77.56! \| first editions
25 view cover	Coal: A Human History more books like this by Barbara Freese The fascinating history of a simple black rock that has shaped the world--and now threatens it. In this remarkable book, Freese takes readers on a rich historical journey that begins hundreds of millions of years ago and spans the globe. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $5.00! \| first editions \| SVS

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