Publisher's Synopsis
Minerals And How To Study Them: A Book For Beginners In Mineralogy (1896) is a comprehensive guide to the study of minerals written by Edward Salisbury Dana. The book is intended for beginners in mineralogy and provides a clear and concise introduction to the subject. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the physical and chemical properties of minerals, their classification, and their occurrence in nature. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the study of minerals in general, while the second part provides a detailed description of individual minerals. The author uses a simple and easy-to-understand language, making it accessible for readers of all levels. The book is filled with detailed illustrations and photographs, providing readers with a visual understanding of the subject matter. Overall, Minerals And How To Study Them is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the study of minerals, whether they are beginners or experts in the field.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.
