Rock and Gem
Download or Read eBook Rock and Gem PDF written by Ra Bonewitz and published by DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Ra Bonewitz |
| Publisher | : DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0751344001 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780751344004 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Rock and Gem by : Ra Bonewitz
Book excerpt: From glittering gemstones to fascinating minerals and fossils, this incredible reference book is a stunning celebration of the Earth s buried treasures. Specially commissioned photography captures the essence and beauty of over 450 superb specimens, while lively and informative text describes the characteristics of each and its unique and changing relationship to humankind through the ages. Organized by rock classes and chemical groups, each rock, mineral, and fossil entry contains a photograph of the specimen together with lively, wide-ranging text describing its qualities and history of use. In addition, a detailed, at-a-glance reference panel provides key data for identification and classification.
