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The Pebble Spotter's Guide - National Trust Edition by Clive Mitchell
RRP: $12.89$8.57The perfect stocking filler for beach lovers. A beautiful little guide to one of life's simple pleasures - pebble spotting. Where science meets mindfulness. Learn to appreciate their beauty, discover the amazing journey that brought them to... -
Orkney & Shetland: Landscapes in Stone by Alan McKirdy
RRP: $10.31$7.04The archipelagos of Orkney and Shetland are the products of some of the most dramatic events which have occurred in the Earth's history. The Shetlands are the eroded roots of a vast mountain range that once soared to Himalayan heights and extended... -
Walking the Bones of Britain: A 3 Billion Year Journey from the Outer Hebrides to the Thames Estuary by Christopher Somerville 9781804991060
RRP: $14.18$10.02‘Somerville’s infectious enthusiasm and wry humour infuse his journey from the Isle of Lewis to southern England, revealing our rich geological history with vibrant local and natural history’ Observer‘A meticulous exploration of the ground beneath our... -
Material World: A Substantial Story of Our Past and Future Ed Conway 9780753559178
RRP: $14.18$10.02THE TIMES SCIENCE BOOK OF THE YEAR**Shortlisted for the Financial Times Business Book of the Year Award**Picked as a Book of the Year by FINANCIAL TIMES, ECONOMIST and NEW STATESMANA BBC RADIO 4 Book of the Week'A compelling narrative of the human story'... -
A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson
RRP: $16.76$11.73The ultimate eye-opening journey through time and space, A Short History of Nearly Everything is the biggest-selling popular science book of the 21st century and has sold over 2 million copies.'Possibly the best scientific primer ever published.'... -
i-SPY Fossils and Rocks: Spy it! Score it! (Collins Michelin i-SPY Guides) by i-SPY
RRP: $5.15$3.81Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! Kids will have fun collecting points outdoors with more than 140 things to find. From basalt to... -
Earth: Over 4 Billion Years in the Making by Chris Packham 9780008507206
RRP: $32.25$22.87'Combines the natural history of programmes such as David Attenborough's Planet Earth with the planetary focus of Brian Cox's Universe' Guardian A beautiful, full colour book to accompany the 5 part BBC TV series... -
The Map That Changed the World: A Tale of Rocks, Ruin and Redemption by Simon Winchester
RRP: $14.18$10.02THE EXTRAORDINARY TALE OF THE FATHER OF MODERN GEOLOGYHidden behind velvet curtains above a stairway in a house in London's Piccadilly is an enormous and beautiful hand-coloured map - the first geological map of anywhere in the world. Its maker was a... -
Cumbria Rocks: 60 extraordinary rocky places that tell the story of the Cumbrian landscape by Ian Jackson
RRP: $18.06$15.73Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781916237681Author Ian JacksonFormat PaperbackPage Count 132Imprint Northern HeritagePublisher Northern Heritage Services -
Gemstones of the World: Newly Revised Fifth Edition Walter Schumann 9781454909538
RRP: $25.79$17.74Newly published in a fifth edition, this definitive guide takes the mystery out of appreciating, buying and selling gemstones. It covers everything from the romance and history of more than 1,800 gemstones to their geographic locations; scientific,... -
OCR Geology for A Level and AS Stephen Davies 9781911208143
$55.53Officially endorsed by OCR, this inspiring student book has been carefully designed to match the new OCR A Level Geology specification and has been written by experienced Geology authors and teachers. // Its engaging visual style and clear explanations... -
A Brief History of Earth: Four Billion Years in Eight Chapters by Andrew H. Knoll 9780062853929
RRP: $16.76$10.94Harvard's acclaimed geologist "charts Earth's history in accessible style" (AP)"A sublime chronicle of our planet." -Booklist, STARRED reviewHow well do you know the ground beneath your feet? Odds are, where you're standing was once cooking under a... -
Rocks & Minerals: The Definitive Visual Guide by DK
RRP: $25.79$19.71Explore Earth's natural treasures, from their primeval origins to traditional uses and modern-day appeal with this illustrated guide to rocks, minerals, crystals, gems and more!Featuring sparkling crystals, vibrant gemstones, and other precious materials... -
Geology For Dummies Alecia M. Spooner 9781119652878
RRP: $24.50$16.96Get a rock-solid grasp on geology Geology For Dummies is ideal reading for anyonewith an interest in the fundamental concepts of geology, whether they're lifelong learners with a fascination for the subject or college students interested in pursuing... -
Earth: The Definitive Visual Guide by DK 9780241515617
RRP: $45.15$31.33Explore and understand the natural and human wonders of our planet.Now, in its third edition, this landmark encyclopedia celebrates our planet and explains the science underpinning the forces and processes that have made and shaped it. Artworks,... -
Zoogeomorphology: Animals as Geomorphic Agents by David R. Butler 9780521039321
RRP: $47.72$37.86Animals as geomorphic agents have primarily been considered curiosities in the literature of geomorphology, whose spatial and quantitative influences have been seen as both limited and minor. Zoogeomorphology: Animals as Geomorphic Agents, which is... -
A History of the World in Twelve Maps by Jerry Brotton
RRP: $19.34$14.13Throughout history, maps have been fundamental in shaping our view of the world, and our place in it. But far from being purely scientific objects, maps of the world are unavoidably ideological and subjective, intimately bound up with the systems of... -
Planet Mars: Story of Another World by Francois Forget 9780387489254
RRP: $42.56$35.48Sorry no description is available for this book at this time. -
The Ocean Circulation Inverse Problem by Carl Wunsch 9780521480901
RRP: $181.89$114.69The movement of oceanic water has important consequences for a variety of applications, such as climate change, biological productivity, sea-level change, weather forecasting, and many others. This book addresses the problem of inferring the state of the... -
Everything: Rocks and Minerals by National Geographic Kids
RRP: $10.31$6.98Packed with facts and tantalising anecdotes from experts and bursting with colour photographs, learn all about rocks and minerals in this fresh take on the subject that kids with love. It's time to learn everything about rocks and minerals! ... -
Lapidarium: The Secret Lives of Stones Hettie Judah 9781529394948
RRP: $25.80$17.74'A delightful storybook . . . a portrait of our whole world created from the contents of the ground' Literary Review'A real cabinet of curiosities' Sunday TimesFrom the hematite used in cave paintings to the moldavite that became a TikTok sensation;... -
Lochaber and Glencoe: Landscapes in Stone by Alan McKirdy
RRP: $9.02$6.24The Lochaber and Glencoe area is rich in historical associations. It was at Glenfinnan that Bonnie Prince Charlie started his long march southwards to lay claim to the British throne, and Glencoe was the scene of one of the most vicious massacres in... -
Introducing Oceanography by David N. Thomas
$23.41Two thirds of our planet is covered by oceans and seas. Over recent decades developments in ocean science have dramatically improved our understanding of the key role oceans play in the Earth System, and how vital they are for regulating global climate... -
Walking the Bones of Britain: A 3 Billion Year Journey from the Outer Hebrides to the Thames Estuary by Christopher Somerville 9780857527110
RRP: $32.25$21.32'[Somerville's] infectious enthusiasm and wry humour infuse his journey from the Isle of Lewis to southern England, revealing our rich geological history with vibrant local and natural history.' Observer'An illuminating take on the British landscape ..... -
Introducing Meteorology: A Guide to the Weather Jon Shonk 9781780460918
RRP: $21.92$20.18In many parts of the world the weather forms a daily topic of conversation, In others it hardly changes from one week to the next. However, human life is governed by the weather which affects much of our activity, from farming to fishing and from... -
Set in Stone: The Geology and Landscapes of Scotland Alan McKirdy 9781780271514
RRP: $12.89$8.64The land that was to become Scotland has travelled across the globe over the last 3,000 million years - from close to the South Pole to its current position. During these travels, there were many continental collisions, creating mountain belts as high as... -
Minerals and Gemstones: 300 of the Earth's Natural Treasures by Wendy Kirk
RRP: $12.89$8.84Discover the fascinating world of the treasures beneath your feet. Minerals and Gemstones is an accessible and informative reference guide to 300 different minerals and gemstones, from simple sandstones to sanidine, jade and diamond. Learn what the Earth... -
Oil, Power, and War: A Dark History by Matthieu Auzanneau
RRP: $25.79$18.51Catholic Herald Book Awards 2019 Finalist, Current Affairs "Auzanneau has created a towering telling of a dark and dangerous addiction."-Nature The story of oil is one of hubris, fortune, betrayal, and destruction. It is the story of a resource... -
The Earth: An Intimate History by Richard A. Fortey
RRP: $19.34$14.13The paperback of the Sunday Times bestseller that reveals how the earth became the shape it is today. This book will change the way you see the world - permanently. The face of the earth, criss-crossed by chains of mountains like the scars of... -
The Hidden Landscape: A Journey into the Geological Past by Richard A. Fortey
RRP: $32.25$22.73'A very well written book about geology and geological history' Sir David Attenborough, The Times'I travelled to Haverfordwest to get to the past. From Paddington Station a Great Western locomotive took me on a journey westwards from London further and... -
Meteorite: The Stones From Outer Space That Made Our World by Tim Gregory
RRP: $14.18$9.55Meteorite tells the fascinating story of the stones from outer space scattered across our planet. From the impact that finished off the dinosaurs to the dagger made of extraterrestrial iron found in Tutankhamun's tomb, this book is packed full of... -
Introducing Geology: A Guide to the World of Rocks Graham Park 9781780460758
RRP: $21.92$20.18Our world is made of rock. Although much of the Earth's surface is covered by vegetation, concrete or water, if one digs down far enough solid rock will always be found. Those who live in a landscape where rock outcrops are obvious will have wondered... -
Introducing Palaeontology: A Guide to Ancient Life Patrick Wyse Jackson 9781780460833
RRP: $21.92$20.18Life on Earth can be traced back over three billion years into the past. Many examples of the Earth's former inhabitants are to be found in rocks, preserved as beautiful and fascinating fossils. The earliest life forms were bacteria and algae; these... -
The Wood for the Trees: The Long View of Nature from a Small Wood by Richard A. Fortey
RRP: $14.18$8.41From one of our greatest science writers, this biography of a beech-and-bluebell wood through diverse moods and changing seasons combines stunning natural history with the ancient history of the countryside to tell the full story of the... -
The Planet in a Pebble: A journey into Earth's deep history by Jan Zalasiewicz
RRP: $15.47$10.87This is the story of a single pebble. It is just a normal pebble, as you might pick up on holiday - on a beach in Wales, say. Its history, though, carries us into abyssal depths of time, and across the farthest reaches of space. This is a narrative... -
Wales by M.F. Howells 9780852725849
RRP: $23.22$19.71The geology Wales spans a very long history, from the Pre-Cambrian, through the Cambrian, Ordovician and Silurian - first identified in Wales - to much more recent Miocene rocks found in deep boreholes and, of course, glacial and post-glacial deposits... -
How to Read a Rock: Our Planet's Hidden Stories by Jan Zalasiewicz 9780750999953
RRP: $25.80$19.40Earth's history is embedded in its rocks, from dinosaur-trodden landscapes to new plastic-and-rock combinations. How to Read a Rock unearths stories buried in everything from grains of sand to mountain ranges, featuring over one hundred breathtaking... -
London Clay: Journeys in the Deep City by Tom Chivers
RRP: $14.18$10.46'A lyrical meditation on landscapes and cities, vivid reportage and a memoir. And also a beautifully realised and moving read.' Financial Times'A beguiling mix of history, geology, folklore and memoir that captivated me from the first page.' Lara... -
The Making Of The British Landscape: From the Ice Age to the Present Nicholas Crane 9780753826676
RRP: $12.89$8.77How much do we really know about the place we call 'home'? In this sweeping, timely book, Nicholas Crane tells the story of Britain.Over the course of 12,000 years of continuous human occupation, the British landscape has been transformed form a European... -
Understanding Earth by John Grotzinger
$95.25Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781319325398Author John GrotzingerFormat PaperbackPage Count 650Imprint Bedford/Saint Martin'sPublisher Macmillan Learning