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• New GSL Publications
• General Interest
• Volcanology and Mineralogy
• Fossils and Dinosaurs
• Regional Geology and Guide Books
• Rite in the Rain Note books and pads
• Women in Geology
• William Smith Map Prints, Maps and related titles
• Introducing Earth Sciences 
• Geological Society Staff Authors 
• Publisher spotlight
• Titles currently available at special offer prices

New GSL publications

2020 GSL Calendar "Geoscience is for Everyone" The winners of the Earth Science Week 2019 photography competition are featured in this 2020 calendar. Reduced to £2.50 + VAT (while stocks last).

	Memoir 50 Sweden: Lithotectonic framework, tectonic evolution and mineral resources		Special Publication 487: Folding and Fracturing of Rocks: 50 Years of Research since the Seminal Text Book of J. G. Ramsay
	Special Publication 488: River to Reservoir: Geoscience to Engineering		Special Publication 470: Fifty Years of the Wilson Cycle Concept in Plate Tectonics

New and recent publications                       

Forthcoming publications

General Interest

	The Pebbles on the Beach: A Spotter's Guide (2018) A spirited guide to the simple pleasure of pebble spotting. A handy illustrated guide to identifying pebbles is included.		Drawing Geological Structures Drawing Geological Structures provides a thorough, step-by-step practical guide to the art of geological drawing.
	Gemstones From Amber to Rubellite, discover over 130 varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones and precious metals.		Field Hydrogeology, 4th Edition  Fully revised edition in order to present the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to completing a hydrogeological study.
	Waking the Giant How a changing climate triggers earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes		Sedimentary Structures, 4th edition Enhanced with colour photographs and illustrations, a thoroughly revised fourth edition.
	Hutton's Arse: 3 billion years of extraordinary geology in Scotland's Northern Highlands (2nd edition) This is modern science wrapped up in good writing and humour: a rare combination.		The Enlightened Mr. Parkinson: The Pioneering Life of a Forgotten English Surgeon (hardback) Parkinson wrote the first scientific study of fossils in English, which led to fossil-hunting becoming the nation’s latest craze. Special offer price (while stocks last)

Volcanology and Mineralogy

	Volcano and Earthquake (DK Eyewitness) Eyewitness Volcano and Earthquake is packed with scary and fascinating facts and stunning photography and illustrations, includes a fact-filled wall chart.		Introducing Volcanology: A Guide to Hot Rocks A concise and accessible introduction to the science of hot rocks for those with an adult curiosity and for those contemplating a course of formal study.
	Italian Volcanoes This guide is ideal for all geologists and visitors to Italy who have been captivated by some of the world's most spectacular volcanoes.		Volcanoes of Europe, Second edition (paperback) Revised and updated edition, presents the volcanoes of Europe, as they are today and how they have shaped our past.
	Nature Guide Rocks and Minerals (DK) Including a detailed introduction on identifying and classifying minerals and clear sections on each type of rock and mineral, this is an ideal identification guide.		Rock and Mineral (DK Eyewitness) Eyewitness Rock and Mineral is a comprehensive and visually stunning introduction into the subject.
	Introducing Mineralogy This book is aimed at students embarking on courses in the Earth Sciences and at the amateur collector who wants to find out more.		An Introduction to the Rock-Forming Minerals, 3rd edition A useful condensed version of the very extensive treatment presented in the volumes of the ‘Rock-Forming Minerals’, second edition.

Fossils and Dinosaurs

	Beyond Extinction, The Eternal Ocean: Climate change & the continuity of life Beautifully illustrated, this book celebrates the continuity of ocean life.		Nautilus, Beautiful Survivor: 500 million years of evolutionary history  This book celebrates the long history of Nautilus, its role in human culture and the realities of it's life today.
	Trilobites of the World: An atlas of 1000 photographs Featuring almost 700 species... illustrated by 1000 colour photographs.		Trilobites of the British Isles The first illustrated modern overview of the trilobite faunas of Great Britain and the Irish Republic.
	Trilobites, Dinosaurs and Mammoths: An introduction to the prehistory of the British Isles With colourful illustrations, a whistle-stop tour through millions of years of Earth history.		Dinosaurs of the British Isles This book is truly unique, providing the first comprehensive account on the dinosaurs of the entire British Isles.
	Fossil (DK Eyewitness)  Explore the history of life on Earth through every type of fossil.		Fossils (DK Handbook)  Perfect for fossil lovers - a comprehensive guide for collectors.
	Fossils of the Whitby Coast: A Photographic Guide Take a step back in time and see what animals once thrived in Whitby during the Jurassic Period.		Fossils of the Jurassic Coast A must for anyone interested in the Jurassic Coast, in fossils or in the development of life on earth.

Regional Geology and Guide Books

	World of Geology: Travels to Rocky Places A stunning compilation of photography showing a worldwide overview of the geological world.		The Making of a Land - Geology of Norway This book displays the treasures of Norwegian geology, lavishly illustrated with photographs and maps from all over the country.
	Field Guide to the Geology of Northeastern Oman This field guide is aimed at geologists and travelers exploring the beauty and significance of Oman geology.		Iceland, 2nd edition  This book will interest all who are seeking a deeper understanding of what makes Iceland so unique.
	A Geological Excursion Guide to the Stirling and Perth Area The eighteen excursions in this book guide the reader to the best geology that this region has to offer.

The 'Geology of' Guides

Discover the Geological Society's ‘Geology of’ series, including Japan, Scotland, Spain, Thailand and Chile.

View all the titles in this series

GA Guides

		The Geologists’ Association publishes a series of detailed, accessible and attractive field guides to both British and international sites of geological interest. The guides offer an excellent introduction to the geology of a particular area and are the perfect complement for a day trip or longer holiday. View all GA Guides

Rite in the Rain 

The online bookshop stocks a range of notebooks from 'Rite in the Rain', including a Geological Society field book with the GSL logo.  

Each notebook is made up of a patented environmentally responsible, all-weather writing paper that sheds water.

View the range of notebooks

Women in Geology

	Anomalies - Pioneering Women in Petroleum Geology: 1917-2017 A celebration of individual courage, tenacity, and professionalism as well as a timely reminder of our past, when male-dominated professions excluded women. Special offer price.		Women and Geology: Who are we, where have we come from, and where are we going?  This volume highlights the progress of women in geology, including past struggles and how remarkable individuals were able to overcome them.
	The Role of Women in the History of Geology This book is a first as it unravels the diverse roles women have played in the history and development of geology as a science.  Second printing.		Rocks Radio and Radar: The Extraordinary Scientific, Social and Military Life of Elizabeth Alexander This unique story is a must-read for readers interested in scientific, social and military history during the WWII, historians of geology, radar, as well as scientific biographies. Introductory offer price.

William Smith Map Prints and related titles

	William Smith's Fossils Reunited Foreword by Sir David Attenborough. William Smith’s Fossils Reunited is intended both for the William Smith enthusiast and also for those with a more general interest in the work of this remarkable pioneering geologist.		The William Smith county maps  Choose from individual prints of 20 counties originally published between 1819 & 1824, and other William Smith related titles.   You can also order prints in various sizes from the Society Picture Library
	William Smith 1815 Geological Map of England and Wales with part of Scotland An A2 size map print reproduced by the Geological Society of London from an original of William Smith's famous 1815 geological map  rediscovered in its archives in 2015.		Geological Map of Great Britain, Bicentennial edition in the style of William Smith (folded) This map commemorates the 200th anniversary of the publication of the first geological map of Britain, by William Smith (1769-1839). Published by BGS/NERC
	Geological Map of Great Britain, Bicentennial edition in the style of William Smith (folded) Available individually or as a set with the William Smith Memoir Published by BGS/NERC		Map: Exploring the World This wonderfully illustrated map book contains maps that represent over 5,000 years of cartographic innovation drawing on a range of cultures and traditions.

Introducing Earth Sciences

Introducing Geology: A Guide to the World of Rocks

Graham Park’s introductory book has swiftly established itself as a key resource for those looking for a straightforward explanation of what geology tells us about the world. 

3rd edition 

2nd edition (on sale while stocks last)

Other titles in the series:

Introducing Stratigraphy 
Introducing Sedimentology 
Introducing Mineralogy 
Introducing Tectonics, Rock Structures and Mountain Belts 
Introducing Palaeontology: A Guide to Ancient Life 
Introducing Volcanology: A Guide to Hot Rocks 
Introducing Oceanography
Introducing Geomorphology: A Guide to Landforms and Processes 
Introducing the Planets and Their Moons 
Introducing Natural Resources 
Introducing Sea Level Change
Introducing Metamorphism

Geological Society Staff Authors/Editors

Amy Ball (Education Officer) and Florence Bullough (Head of Policy & Engagement)

The Rocking Book of Rocks: An illustrated guide to everything rocks, gems and minerals Learn everything you ever wanted to know about rocks and minerals in this stunning book. With out-of-this-world artwork from Anna Alanko and expert content written by two geologists, this is the book all rock-crazy kids need.

Ted Nield (former Editor of Geoscientist) 

	Underlands: A Journey Through Britain's Lost Landscape (available in Hardback or Paperback). The hardback is currently on special offer for £10 each. Limited quantities available.		Incoming! Or, why we should stop worrying and learn to love the meteorite Featuring a wealth of fascinating characters and great discoveries, Incoming! takes a fresh look at our falling skies.
	Supercontinent: Ten Billion Years in the Life of Our Planet "...understanding the 'Supercontinent Cycle' represents nothing less than finally knowing how our planet works."

Michael McKimm (Burlington House Library) 

Fossil Sunshine   By Michael McKimm Fossil Sunshine is the result of Michael McKimm’s year long collaboration with earth scientists, in a project funded by Arts Council England.

Map: Poems After William Smith’s Geological Map of 1815 Edited by Michael McKimm Over thirty poets have created new works to celebrate two hundred years of the publication of William Smith's revolutionary map.

Publisher spotlight

Dorling Kindersley titles available from the online bookshop