The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

excellent student textbook, 20 Sep 2001
Some of the 696 pages were beyond me, but the majority of the content was excellent background material for an undergraduate course. The indexing and cross-referencing are good. The organisation is good, with a consistent approach to subdivision of material. The major divisions are Ortho- and ring- silicates, Chain silicates, sheet silicates, framework silicates, non-silcates. Choosing chlorite as a typical example, the subdivisions are (general summary table of properties, 14- line general introduction), structure, chemistry, optical and physical properties, distinguishing features, paragenisis (metamorphic, igneous, sedementary rocks). This description of chlorite is supplemented with two tables and seven diagrams. I have found answers to nearly all my questions relating to the study of minerals, on an undergraduate course.

The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

excellent student textbook, 20 Sep 2001
Some of the 696 pages were beyond me, but the majority of the content was excellent background material for an undergraduate course. The indexing and cross-referencing are good. The organisation is good, with a consistent approach to subdivision of material. The major divisions are Ortho- and ring- silicates, Chain silicates, sheet silicates, framework silicates, non-silcates. Choosing chlorite as a typical example, the subdivisions are (general summary table of properties, 14- line general introduction), structure, chemistry, optical and physical properties, distinguishing features, paragenisis (metamorphic, igneous, sedementary rocks). This description of chlorite is supplemented with two tables and seven diagrams. I have found answers to nearly all my questions relating to the study of minerals, on an undergraduate course.

Well worth getting, 01 Nov 2004
I bought this book to start with while doing my A Level geology and used it for slight aspects due to it went into too much depth for A Level, although i did use it for my A2 coursework.

Now that I'm at university its a recommended text and well worth the investment i made at A Level. It covers everything you need to know in a clear and concise manner with case studies in the book.

Well worth the investment.

The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

excellent student textbook, 20 Sep 2001
Some of the 696 pages were beyond me, but the majority of the content was excellent background material for an undergraduate course. The indexing and cross-referencing are good. The organisation is good, with a consistent approach to subdivision of material. The major divisions are Ortho- and ring- silicates, Chain silicates, sheet silicates, framework silicates, non-silcates. Choosing chlorite as a typical example, the subdivisions are (general summary table of properties, 14- line general introduction), structure, chemistry, optical and physical properties, distinguishing features, paragenisis (metamorphic, igneous, sedementary rocks). This description of chlorite is supplemented with two tables and seven diagrams. I have found answers to nearly all my questions relating to the study of minerals, on an undergraduate course.

Well worth getting, 01 Nov 2004
I bought this book to start with while doing my A Level geology and used it for slight aspects due to it went into too much depth for A Level, although i did use it for my A2 coursework.

Now that I'm at university its a recommended text and well worth the investment i made at A Level. It covers everything you need to know in a clear and concise manner with case studies in the book.

Well worth the investment.

The most useful sedimentary petrology book ever, 14 Feb 2005
This is great for undergraduates, doesn't contain too many long words, set out in a sensible way. You need this for any sedimentary course, also for your third year mapping dissertation (unless you are not expecting to find any sedimentary rocks at all......in which case i think you should buy it anyway, cos Maurice is a Legend) (Although you don't need to buy the expensive new additions - buy the old blue one, it's a much better price)

Sedimentary Petrology, 03 Mar 2004
Really excellent first (and above!) year text, excellent diagrams and simple explanation which help to convey what the complicated world of sediments are up to!
I have to admit to it being the most used textbook I posses, due in part to it being fairly consise!!!
Brilliant text and an excellent author!

The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

excellent student textbook, 20 Sep 2001
Some of the 696 pages were beyond me, but the majority of the content was excellent background material for an undergraduate course. The indexing and cross-referencing are good. The organisation is good, with a consistent approach to subdivision of material. The major divisions are Ortho- and ring- silicates, Chain silicates, sheet silicates, framework silicates, non-silcates. Choosing chlorite as a typical example, the subdivisions are (general summary table of properties, 14- line general introduction), structure, chemistry, optical and physical properties, distinguishing features, paragenisis (metamorphic, igneous, sedementary rocks). This description of chlorite is supplemented with two tables and seven diagrams. I have found answers to nearly all my questions relating to the study of minerals, on an undergraduate course.

Well worth getting, 01 Nov 2004
I bought this book to start with while doing my A Level geology and used it for slight aspects due to it went into too much depth for A Level, although i did use it for my A2 coursework.

Now that I'm at university its a recommended text and well worth the investment i made at A Level. It covers everything you need to know in a clear and concise manner with case studies in the book.

Well worth the investment.

The most useful sedimentary petrology book ever, 14 Feb 2005
This is great for undergraduates, doesn't contain too many long words, set out in a sensible way. You need this for any sedimentary course, also for your third year mapping dissertation (unless you are not expecting to find any sedimentary rocks at all......in which case i think you should buy it anyway, cos Maurice is a Legend) (Although you don't need to buy the expensive new additions - buy the old blue one, it's a much better price)

Sedimentary Petrology, 03 Mar 2004
Really excellent first (and above!) year text, excellent diagrams and simple explanation which help to convey what the complicated world of sediments are up to!
I have to admit to it being the most used textbook I posses, due in part to it being fairly consise!!!
Brilliant text and an excellent author!

Sedimentary geology as an integrated discipline!, 29 Sep 2000
I think Leeder's textbook will appeal to anyone who's striving to learn more about sedimentology and dynamic stratigraphy. It's a concise, yet thorough introduction to many topics selected within the vast, ever-expanding (and worryingly so! ) field of sedimentary geology... The author's main goal was probably to provide readers with a clear sense of how well integrated sedimentary geology now is with many other branches of earth and life sciences, physics and chemistry. And in my opinion such aim is succesfully achieved. The book will be suitable read to all those who have already taken an introductory, comprehensive course in sedimentology, and are on the look for something else to be inspired in their reflections. Reading through many of the chapters, newcomers will learn how many precious contributions sedimentology gained from other sciences, as well as just how much of a contribution the discipline can be in itself to the whole bandwagon of geology. It takes a holistical approach to Earth system science to highlight this, and the book hits this mark. I appreciated particularly a brief, separate chapter dealing with the properties and stuctures of fine, cohesive sediments, which is a refreshing perspective on the structural and dynamic sedimentology of muds... And a longer one introducing sediment sources as resulting from the interaction of tectonics and erosional processes. What left me rather disappointed was a too cursory mention of base-level control on successions, and its logical development into sequence stratigraphy, not as a preconceived model but as a new philosophy in tackling with the complexity of the stratigraphical record. But something had to be probably neglected or the tome would have become real cumbersome to handle physically! Also, I wonder whether Coriolis force really bears any influence upon such small-scale systems as lakes...? But this is an aside... All in all, the book is enjoyable and informative, the author's style pleasant and clear, the artwork excellent, and if you wanted to try out something alternative for mumbling on the hidden meanings of sands, muds and other slimy stuff we like so much, a go at this book would be very much worth the price...

The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

excellent student textbook, 20 Sep 2001
Some of the 696 pages were beyond me, but the majority of the content was excellent background material for an undergraduate course. The indexing and cross-referencing are good. The organisation is good, with a consistent approach to subdivision of material. The major divisions are Ortho- and ring- silicates, Chain silicates, sheet silicates, framework silicates, non-silcates. Choosing chlorite as a typical example, the subdivisions are (general summary table of properties, 14- line general introduction), structure, chemistry, optical and physical properties, distinguishing features, paragenisis (metamorphic, igneous, sedementary rocks). This description of chlorite is supplemented with two tables and seven diagrams. I have found answers to nearly all my questions relating to the study of minerals, on an undergraduate course.

Well worth getting, 01 Nov 2004
I bought this book to start with while doing my A Level geology and used it for slight aspects due to it went into too much depth for A Level, although i did use it for my A2 coursework.

Now that I'm at university its a recommended text and well worth the investment i made at A Level. It covers everything you need to know in a clear and concise manner with case studies in the book.

Well worth the investment.

The most useful sedimentary petrology book ever, 14 Feb 2005
This is great for undergraduates, doesn't contain too many long words, set out in a sensible way. You need this for any sedimentary course, also for your third year mapping dissertation (unless you are not expecting to find any sedimentary rocks at all......in which case i think you should buy it anyway, cos Maurice is a Legend) (Although you don't need to buy the expensive new additions - buy the old blue one, it's a much better price)

Sedimentary Petrology, 03 Mar 2004
Really excellent first (and above!) year text, excellent diagrams and simple explanation which help to convey what the complicated world of sediments are up to!
I have to admit to it being the most used textbook I posses, due in part to it being fairly consise!!!
Brilliant text and an excellent author!

Sedimentary geology as an integrated discipline!, 29 Sep 2000
I think Leeder's textbook will appeal to anyone who's striving to learn more about sedimentology and dynamic stratigraphy. It's a concise, yet thorough introduction to many topics selected within the vast, ever-expanding (and worryingly so! ) field of sedimentary geology... The author's main goal was probably to provide readers with a clear sense of how well integrated sedimentary geology now is with many other branches of earth and life sciences, physics and chemistry. And in my opinion such aim is succesfully achieved. The book will be suitable read to all those who have already taken an introductory, comprehensive course in sedimentology, and are on the look for something else to be inspired in their reflections. Reading through many of the chapters, newcomers will learn how many precious contributions sedimentology gained from other sciences, as well as just how much of a contribution the discipline can be in itself to the whole bandwagon of geology. It takes a holistical approach to Earth system science to highlight this, and the book hits this mark. I appreciated particularly a brief, separate chapter dealing with the properties and stuctures of fine, cohesive sediments, which is a refreshing perspective on the structural and dynamic sedimentology of muds... And a longer one introducing sediment sources as resulting from the interaction of tectonics and erosional processes. What left me rather disappointed was a too cursory mention of base-level control on successions, and its logical development into sequence stratigraphy, not as a preconceived model but as a new philosophy in tackling with the complexity of the stratigraphical record. But something had to be probably neglected or the tome would have become real cumbersome to handle physically! Also, I wonder whether Coriolis force really bears any influence upon such small-scale systems as lakes...? But this is an aside... All in all, the book is enjoyable and informative, the author's style pleasant and clear, the artwork excellent, and if you wanted to try out something alternative for mumbling on the hidden meanings of sands, muds and other slimy stuff we like so much, a go at this book would be very much worth the price...

Essential reference book for both undergraduate and graduate, 08 Feb 2001
This was an essential reference book when studying sedimentary petrology at undergraduate level and is still a very useful tool as a graduate. The authors cover a hell of a lot in only 100 or so pages with a comprehensive review of sedimentary rock types and textures illustrated with excellent photographs.

The best introductory text available, 14 Sep 2005
I bought this book in a fit of panic during my finals - the lectureres notes were apalling and incomplete and the recommended text - Evans - was a rambling out of date illogical mess...

This book though is a fantastic introduction to ore deposit geology. Readable, interesting, thorough and up to date. Brilliant explanation of lateritic ores and very good for metallic ores, VMS. etc. Enough detail for more advanced readers and experienced geologists as well.

It helped me pass with a top grade despite Jens' ( some of you will know who I mean...) best efforts to confuse us - what more do you want?

excellent student textbook, 20 Sep 2001
Some of the 696 pages were beyond me, but the majority of the content was excellent background material for an undergraduate course. The indexing and cross-referencing are good. The organisation is good, with a consistent approach to subdivision of material. The major divisions are Ortho- and ring- silicates, Chain silicates, sheet silicates, framework silicates, non-silcates. Choosing chlorite as a typical example, the subdivisions are (general summary table of properties, 14- line general introduction), structure, chemistry, optical and physical properties, distinguishing features, paragenisis (metamorphic, igneous, sedementary rocks). This description of chlorite is supplemented with two tables and seven diagrams. I have found answers to nearly all my questions relating to the study of minerals, on an undergraduate course.

Well worth getting, 01 Nov 2004
I bought this book to start with while doing my A Level geology and used it for slight aspects due to it went into too much depth for A Level, although i did use it for my A2 coursework.

Now that I'm at university its a recommended text and well worth the investment i made at A Level. It covers everything you need to know in a clear and concise manner with case studies in the book.

Well worth the investment.

The most useful sedimentary petrology book ever, 14 Feb 2005
This is great for undergraduates, doesn't contain too many long words, set out in a sensible way. You need this for any sedimentary course, also for your third year mapping dissertation (unless you are not expecting to find any sedimentary rocks at all......in which case i think you should buy it anyway, cos Maurice is a Legend) (Although you don't need to buy the expensive new additions - buy the old blue one, it's a much better price)

Sedimentary Petrology, 03 Mar 2004
Really excellent first (and above!) year text, excellent diagrams and simple explanation which help to convey what the complicated world of sediments are up to!
I have to admit to it being the most used textbook I posses, due in part to it being fairly consise!!!
Brilliant text and an excellent author!

Sedimentary geology as an integrated discipline!, 29 Sep 2000
I think Leeder's textbook will appeal to anyone who's striving to learn more about sedimentology and dynamic stratigraphy. It's a concise, yet thorough introduction to many topics selected within the vast, ever-expanding (and worryingly so! ) field of sedimentary geology... The author's main goal was probably to provide readers with a clear sense of how well integrated sedimentary geology now is with many other branches of earth and life sciences, physics and chemistry. And in my opinion such aim is succesfully achieved. The book will be suitable read to all those who have already taken an introductory, comprehensive course in sedimentology, and are on the look for something else to be inspired in their reflections. Reading through many of the chapters, newcomers will learn how many precious contributions sedimentology gained from other sciences, as well as just how much of a contribution the discipline can be in itself to the whole bandwagon of geology. It takes a holistical approach to Earth system science to highlight this, and the book hits this mark. I appreciated particularly a brief, separate chapter dealing with the properties and stuctures of fine, cohesive sediments, which is a refreshing perspective on the structural and dynamic sedimentology of muds... And a longer one introducing sediment sources as resulting from the interaction of tectonics and erosional processes. What left me rather disappointed was a too cursory mention of base-level control on successions, and its logical development into sequence stratigraphy, not as a preconceived model but as a new philosophy in tackling with the complexity of the stratigraphical record. But something had to be probably neglected or the tome would have become real cumbersome to handle physically! Also, I wonder whether Coriolis force really bears any influence upon such small-scale systems as lakes...? But this is an aside... All in all, the book is enjoyable and informative, the author's style pleasant and clear, the artwork excellent, and if you wanted to try out something alternative for mumbling on the hidden meanings of sands, muds and other slimy stuff we like so much, a go at this book would be very much worth the price...

Essential reference book for both undergraduate and graduate, 08 Feb 2001
This was an essential reference book when studying sedimentary petrology at undergraduate level and is still a very useful tool as a graduate. The authors cover a hell of a lot in only 100 or so pages with a comprehensive review of sedimentary rock types and textures illustrated with excellent photographs.

Clearly comprehensible text and superb illustrative guides, 19 Mar 2002
A clearly written study of the sea shore, its zonation and the myriad of species that inhabit this area where land meets the sea.

The text whilst highly informative and detailed it is easy to understand and the illustrations, diagrams and graphs comprehensible too.

A wonderful book to use when studying the shoreline and its inhabitants as well as being an excellent resource in the classroom.