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.

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.

Crystal clear, 08 Sep 2007
A wonderful book. I am a professional chemist with an interest in geology but not working in this field. I learned much more about crystal structures and crystal habits that from my inorganic and structure chemistry studies. Very well written, very clear figures and diagrams. I congratulate the author to a very good job. Too bad the world isn't yet ready for it to become a top ten best seller.

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.

Crystal clear, 08 Sep 2007
A wonderful book. I am a professional chemist with an interest in geology but not working in this field. I learned much more about crystal structures and crystal habits that from my inorganic and structure chemistry studies. Very well written, very clear figures and diagrams. I congratulate the author to a very good job. Too bad the world isn't yet ready for it to become a top ten best seller.

Better than the lectures, 08 Mar 2003
This book is more detailed and easier to understand than some of my mineralogy lectures. It may be simple in some parts but it is a great help when studying especially if you don't have your own microscope. Its one of the best purchases ive made and would strongly recommend the other books in the series!

Petrology : Only Buy one book - this one, 08 Oct 2000
If you are studying Geology, or ever plan to, this book is one of the few "must haves".

Petrology, the study of rocks, is a vast and dangerous expanse full of deep Olivine cravasses, mica lakes and pyroxene swamps. Will you recognise them? Will petrology be the death of you?

Mackenzie and Guilfords book, along with Deer Howie and Zussman is an exceptional reference. All the key minerals that the degree level student will come across in thin section, are dealt with - their pleochroism , their relief and texture. In addition, some common mineral assemblages are also reviewed.

I would have drowned during my Petrology lessons without this book - other students will know that Dr Speedyman is only so good!

If you only buy one Petrology book, buy this one. The Atlas of Rock-Forming Minerals in Thin Section is your Petrological Bible.

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.

Crystal clear, 08 Sep 2007
A wonderful book. I am a professional chemist with an interest in geology but not working in this field. I learned much more about crystal structures and crystal habits that from my inorganic and structure chemistry studies. Very well written, very clear figures and diagrams. I congratulate the author to a very good job. Too bad the world isn't yet ready for it to become a top ten best seller.

Better than the lectures, 08 Mar 2003
This book is more detailed and easier to understand than some of my mineralogy lectures. It may be simple in some parts but it is a great help when studying especially if you don't have your own microscope. Its one of the best purchases ive made and would strongly recommend the other books in the series!

Petrology : Only Buy one book - this one, 08 Oct 2000
If you are studying Geology, or ever plan to, this book is one of the few "must haves".

Petrology, the study of rocks, is a vast and dangerous expanse full of deep Olivine cravasses, mica lakes and pyroxene swamps. Will you recognise them? Will petrology be the death of you?

Mackenzie and Guilfords book, along with Deer Howie and Zussman is an exceptional reference. All the key minerals that the degree level student will come across in thin section, are dealt with - their pleochroism , their relief and texture. In addition, some common mineral assemblages are also reviewed.

I would have drowned during my Petrology lessons without this book - other students will know that Dr Speedyman is only so good!

If you only buy one Petrology book, buy this one. The Atlas of Rock-Forming Minerals in Thin Section is your Petrological Bible.

Rollinson's book provide an good incite into petrochemistry, 31 May 2001
Rollinson provides an excellent introduction to the usgae of geochemical diagrams.This book will help the undergraduate, postgraduate and professional manipuate their raw data into a managable format. Rollinson deals with REE, traces, majors and isotope data and applies them to sedimentary,metamorphic and igenous rocks.Although the book on its own is not sufficient for more in depth studies it acts as a good focus for ideas and point to further references should pursuit of data analyses wish to be taken further. A thoroughly good buy and a useful text for my research.

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.

Crystal clear, 08 Sep 2007
A wonderful book. I am a professional chemist with an interest in geology but not working in this field. I learned much more about crystal structures and crystal habits that from my inorganic and structure chemistry studies. Very well written, very clear figures and diagrams. I congratulate the author to a very good job. Too bad the world isn't yet ready for it to become a top ten best seller.

Better than the lectures, 08 Mar 2003
This book is more detailed and easier to understand than some of my mineralogy lectures. It may be simple in some parts but it is a great help when studying especially if you don't have your own microscope. Its one of the best purchases ive made and would strongly recommend the other books in the series!

Petrology : Only Buy one book - this one, 08 Oct 2000
If you are studying Geology, or ever plan to, this book is one of the few "must haves".

Petrology, the study of rocks, is a vast and dangerous expanse full of deep Olivine cravasses, mica lakes and pyroxene swamps. Will you recognise them? Will petrology be the death of you?

Mackenzie and Guilfords book, along with Deer Howie and Zussman is an exceptional reference. All the key minerals that the degree level student will come across in thin section, are dealt with - their pleochroism , their relief and texture. In addition, some common mineral assemblages are also reviewed.

I would have drowned during my Petrology lessons without this book - other students will know that Dr Speedyman is only so good!

If you only buy one Petrology book, buy this one. The Atlas of Rock-Forming Minerals in Thin Section is your Petrological Bible.

Rollinson's book provide an good incite into petrochemistry, 31 May 2001
Rollinson provides an excellent introduction to the usgae of geochemical diagrams.This book will help the undergraduate, postgraduate and professional manipuate their raw data into a managable format. Rollinson deals with REE, traces, majors and isotope data and applies them to sedimentary,metamorphic and igenous rocks.Although the book on its own is not sufficient for more in depth studies it acts as a good focus for ideas and point to further references should pursuit of data analyses wish to be taken further. A thoroughly good buy and a useful text for my research.

practical to ore deposits, 31 May 2003
this text is an excellent purchase!! i'm at university and one of my modules were ore deposits. this is an excellent, with well presented graphics and text. this is a must to buy!!!