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New GSL publications
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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).
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New and recent publications
Forthcoming publications
General Interest
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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.
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Drawing Geological Structures
Drawing Geological Structures provides a thorough, step-by-step practical guide to the art of geological drawing.
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Gemstones
From Amber to Rubellite, discover over 130 varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones and precious metals.
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Field Hydrogeology, 4th Edition
Fully revised edition in order to present the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to completing a hydrogeological study.
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Waking the Giant
How a changing climate triggers earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes
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Sedimentary Structures, 4th edition
Enhanced with colour photographs and illustrations, a thoroughly revised fourth edition.
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Hutton's Arse: 3 billion years of extraordinary geology in Scotland's Northern Highlands (2nd edition) |
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The Enlightened Mr. Parkinson: The Pioneering Life of a Forgotten English Surgeon (hardback)
Special offer (while stocks last)
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Volcanology and Mineralogy
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Rock and Mineral (DK Eyewitness)
Eyewitness Rock and Mineral is a comprehensive and visually stunning introduction into the subject.
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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.
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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.
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Fossils and Dinosaurs
Regional Geology and Guide Books
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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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William Smith Map Prints and related titles
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)
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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.
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Ted Nield (former Editor of Geoscientist)
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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.
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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.
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Supercontinent: Ten Billion Years in the Life of Our Planet
"...understanding the 'Supercontinent Cycle' represents nothing less than finally knowing how our planet works."
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Michael McKimm (Burlington House Library)
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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.
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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. |
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