Essential Atlas of Fossils and Minerals

This information-packed atlas combines attractive photos and illustrations with lucid text to present a general overview of fossils and minerals from the differing perspectives of geology, paleontology, and collecting. The book's many color illustrations are complemented with brief, enlightening descriptions of the formation and characteristics of the various specimens. Readers will also find information on the best way to collect and classify fossils and minerals. Separate sections focus on crystals, gemstones, metals and nonmetals, and sedimentary and igneous rock formations, as well as fossilized shells, insects, and bones.Parramon Studios Staff is the author of 'Essential Atlas of Fossils and Minerals' with ISBN 9780764127106 and ISBN 0764127101.