Rock & Gem : The Definitive Guide to Rocks, Minerals, Gemstones and Fossils

by Ronald Bonewitz

From primeval origins to their astonishing modern-day uses and appeal, this is the ultimate portrait of the Earth's natural treasures. A remarkable study of the Earth's rocks, minerals and gems, reveal the beauty and wonder of these outstanding natural phenomena and the fascinating ways they have been prized and used. Whether you are interested in glittering gemstones or minerals and fossils this is the essential guide for you.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Reference, Geology, Gemstones

360 pages, Hardcover

First published February 4, 2008

Reviews

[ManonBlackbeak13 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was very informational and interesting to learn about the details involved in each rock and gem. The outline is organized and easy to find what you are looking for. If you love learning about geology and nature, this book is definitely worth the getting.

[Ethan Lo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this book really did inform me of the different specimens, but it kinda got a bit bored for me. Good book though!

[Bz Liichi · Rating 5 out of 5]

كتاب يستحق القراءة فعلا

[Ann T · Rating 5 out of 5]

Most excellent reference for jewelry and lapidary. I carry this book around with me everywhere I go (sadly/happily)

[Martin]

npl: 549 Bon 3585P

[Richard Townsend · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful book

[Carolanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

There may be some errors in the book, but for the most part I believe it's worth your investment. I'm a geology student and I had an open-book Petrology Lab test last semester where we had to identify rock specimens based on hand-held samples. I did well and we had some pretty obscure samples we had to identify! The pictures are good & the information is good, as well. I'm sure there are some slight mistakes (I haven't actually READ EVERY word on EVERY Page), but i feel that for the price you're getting a decent return. If you need a more accurate & scientific resource, I suggest you look for a used MINERALOGY text. These books have a lot more scientific detail regarding minerals and they generally have really great data graphs regarding the chemical composition of many rocks & minerals, etc.

[Cathy Douglas · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm reading all the way through this, even though it's basically a reference book. My job involves more knowledge of minerals than I ever thought I'd need.

I see it has an average rate of 5, but it's not going to get that from me. The errors in this book are obvious even to a casual rockhound like me. Things like saying something is a major tin ore, when there's no tin in its chemical formula.

[Nadine]

I really want to get my hands on this book. Each page has a colour illustration or photo, it's a huge book and the price is damn good.

[Cathy Douglas]

to buy as reference

[LorCon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully illustrated and a nice mix of fact, history and lore.

[Lammoth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Настолната ми книга. Абсолютна красавица. Точен текст и страхотни илюстрации.

[Katie Pressley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic book for the geology lover...BEST ONE OUT THERE!!!

[Mousa]

Good

[Hoda]

stunning