Publisher's Synopsis
The Mineralogy of Scotland Volume 1, first published in 1901, is a comprehensive guide to the minerals found in Scotland. Written by Matthew Forster Heddle, a renowned Scottish geologist and mineralogist, the book provides detailed descriptions of the physical and chemical properties of various minerals, including their crystal structures, colors, and modes of occurrence.The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the geology of Scotland and the different types of rocks found in the region. It also discusses the history of mineralogy in Scotland and the contributions of Scottish scientists to the field.The second part of the book is devoted to the minerals themselves, with detailed descriptions of over 400 different minerals found in Scotland. Each mineral is accompanied by illustrations and photographs, as well as information on its chemical composition, crystal structure, and physical properties.The Mineralogy of Scotland Volume 1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the geology and mineralogy of Scotland. It remains a classic reference work in the field and is still widely used by geologists and mineralogists today.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.
