Sasol  First Field Guide to Rocks & Minerals of Southern Africa

Sasol First Field Guide to Rocks & Minerals of Southern Africa

First Field Guide to Rocks & Minerals, the latest addition to the popular Struik Nature series, introduces the most important and interesting rocks and minerals from our geologically exciting region. The guide details 30 minerals and 18 major rock types, focusing on those that are best known or most commonly found. A short introduction provides an overview of the topic; colourful photographs throughout, both of the rocks and minerals and of the particular terrain in which they are found, complement the clear text and aid identification in the field. First Field Guide to Rocks & Minerals is a useful resource for the beginner geologist, curious novice, or anyone with a budding interest in southern Africa's unique geological heritage.
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About the Author

Bruce Cairncross is Professor of Geology and Chairman of the Geology Department at the University of Johannesburg. He has a special interest in documenting and preserving southern Africa’s mineralogical heritage, and is the author or co-author of a number of books, including Field Guide to Rocks & Minerals of Southern Africa and Pocket Guide: Rocks & Minerals of Southern Africa.

Weight0.15kg
Dimensions11cm · 16.5cm · 1.5cm
AuthorBruce Cairncross
Publisher - ImprintPenguin Random House - Struik Nature
Print Length56 pages (120 photographs & line drawings)
Publication date13/06/2013
LanguageEnglish
ISBN-101920544704
ISBN-139781920544706
Reading Level / AudienceGeneral
SeriesFirst Field Guide To...

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