Geology

Ammen, C. W. (1989). An explanation of chemical bonds and valences and how they relate to complex ores containing gold and platinum group metals. 70 pps., illus., paper, 6 x 9". Shipping weight 1 lb.

Keary, Philip; Klepeis, Keith A.; and Vine, Frederick J. (2009).  A discussion of the fundamentals of plate tectonics, continental tectonics, and implied convection in the mantle. 482 pages, illustrated, paperback, 7-1/2" x 9-3/4".  Shipping weight 4 lbs.

Gluyas, Jon and Swarbrick, Richard (2004). A comprehensive introduction to the application of geology and geophysics in the search for and production of oil and gas. Uniquely structured to reflect the sequential and cyclical processes of exploration, appraisal, development, and production. 359 pps., illus., paper, 7-1/2 x 9-3/4". Shipping weight 3 lbs.

Pollard, A. Mark (editor)(1999). Published by the Geological Society (London). Papers by international authors present a discussion of how geology and archaeology can contribute to an understanding between the environment and human society. 180 pps., illus. 7 x 10". Shipping weight 2 lbs.

Decker, Robert; and Decker, Barbara (1998). An introduction to volcanology, well supported with illustrations. Discusses plate tectonics; famous volcanoes and hot spots; information on lava, ash, and much more. 321 pps., illus., paper, 6 1/4 x 9 1/4". Shipping weight 3 lbs.

Finch, R.C. (2001). Exercises which provide an introduction or review for the geologist in understanding earth materials, structural geology, landforms, and geologic processes. Twenty exercises cover such topics as mineral identification; aerial photo interpretation; topographic profiles; and more. 303 pps. illus., spiral bound, 9 x 11". Shipping weight 3 lbs.

Das, Braja M (1997) The text introduces soil aggregate and classification, then moves into concepts in soil mechanics. The subject matter is divided into: stress and strains; stresses in soil mass; pore water pressure do to undrained loading; permeability; shear strength. 457 pps. Shipping weight 3 lbs.

Gifkins, Cathryn; Herrmann, Walter; and Large, Ross (2005).  A 'hands-on' approach to the recognizing and describing altered volcanic rocks.  275 pages, well illustrated, paper, 8-1/4 x 11-1/2".  Shipping weight 4 lbs.

Lacy, Dr Willard (1998) An introductory text on selected topics of interest in the fields of geology and hard rock mining. 145 pps. Illus. Paper. Shipping weight 2 lbs.

Helwany, Sam (2007).  A simple, basic introduction to both traditional and finite element methods of solutions to soil mechanics problems.  Topics include: Properites of Soil; Stresses in Soil; Lateral Earth Pressure and Retaining Walls; and more.  385 pps., illus., 6-1/4" x 9-1/2".  Shipping weight 2 lbs.