A First Book Of Mineralogy (1873)

By Joseph Henry Collins

Book Overview

A First Book of Mineralogy is a comprehensive guide to the study of minerals, written by Joseph Henry Collins and first published in 1873. The book covers the physical and chemical properties of minerals, as well as their classification and identification. It includes detailed descriptions of over 200 minerals, along with illustrations and diagrams to aid in identification. The book also covers the geological processes that create and transform minerals, and provides an overview of the history of mineralogy as a scientific discipline. Aimed at students and amateur mineralogists, A First Book of Mineralogy remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of minerals.Adapted To The Requirements Of The Science And Art Department And Suitable For Self-Instruction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164526456
• ISBN13: 9781164526452
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"