A Field Manual for the Amateur Geologist:
Tools and Activities for Exploring our Planet Earth,
Alan M. Cvancara
This fascinating guide is an important resource you'll want to
have with you on any outdoor vacation, nature walk, or rock hunting
expedition. A Field Manual for the Amateur Geologist
not only describes the science of geology, but also shows you
how to do geology in the field.
 This
book introduces the geologist's core concepts, tools, and techniques
and requires no prior training in geology. Beginners will
learn to identify landforms, minerals, rocks, and fossils and
experience firsthand all the excitement of geological discovery.
More experienced "rockhounds" will find a wealth of useful
information as well, including:* Easy to
use mineral keys and landform keys
*Chapters on the geologist's approach, exploring
the geology of North American national parks, sleuthing stones, and
prospecting for gold
* Over 200 photographs and drawings
*Lists of geological museums, geological surveys,
and other resources
Softcover, 335 pages,
5.25 x 7.75 inches.
0-471-04430-X
A Field Manual for the Amateur Geolgist
$19.95
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