Publications

	History of the European Oil and Gas Industry www.geolsoc.org.uk/SP465		Mesozoic Resource Potential in the Southern Permian Basin www.geolsoc.org.uk/SP469
	Petroleum Geology of the Black Sea   www.geolsoc.org.uk/SP464		The Himalayan Cryosphere: Past and Present www.geolsoc.org.uk/SP462

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.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/mppeb		Drawing Geological Structures Drawing Geological Structures provides a thorough, step-by-step practical guide to the art of geological drawing. www.geolsoc.org.uk/WB008
	Gemstones From Amber to Rubellite, discover over 130 varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones and precious metals.   www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPGEM		Field Hydrogeology, 4th Edition  Fully revised edition in order to present the most up-to-date and comprehensive guide to completing a hydrogeological study.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/WB007
	Waking the Giant: How a changing climate triggers earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPWTG

Volcanology and Mineralogy

	Volcano and Earthquake (DK Eyewitness) Eyewitness Volcano and Earthquake is packed with scary and fascinating facts and stunning photography and illustrations. A fact-filled wall chart adds extra educational value.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/mpvee		Introducing Volcanology: A Guide to Hot Rocks This is 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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPIVO
	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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPITVO		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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MVOEUP
	Nature Guide Rocks and Minerals (DK) With a detailed introduction on identifying and classifying minerals and clear sections on each type of rock and mineral, this is an ideal identification guide. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPNGR		Rock and Mineral (DK Eyewitness) Eyewitness Rock and Mineral is a comprehensive and visually stunning introduction into the subject.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPRME
	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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPBMN		An Introduction to the Rock-Forming Minerals, 3rd edition This work can be useful as a condensed version of the very extensive treatment presented in the volumes of the ‘Rock-Forming Minerals’, second edition. www.geolsoc.org.uk/RFMINT

Fossils and Dinosaurs

	Trilobites of the World: An atlas of 1000 photographs Trilobites of the World features almost 700 species, illustrated by 1,000 colour photographs.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPTRW		Trilobites of the British Isles Trilobites of the British Isles is the first illustrated modern overview of the trilobite faunas of Great Britain and the Irish Republic.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPTRBI
	Dinosaurs of the British Isles  This book is truly unique, providing the first comprehensive account on the dinosaurs of the entire British Isles. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPDIN		Fossils of the Whitby Coast: A Photographic Guide  Take a step back in time at Whitby and see what animals once thrived here during the Jurassic Period. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPWHT
	Fossil (DK Eyewitness)  Explore the history of life on Earth through every type of fossil.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPFEY		Fossils (DK Handbook)  Perfect for fossil lovers - a comprehensive guide for collectors.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPFHD
	Nautilus, Beautiful Survivor: 500 million years of evolutionary history www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPBNU		Fossils of the Jurassic Coast  This book is a must for anyone interested in the Jurassic Coast, in fossils or in the development of life on earth.  www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPFOS

Regional Geology and Guide Books

	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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPSPA		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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/GNOR
	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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MOMAN		Iceland, 2nd edition  This book will interest all who are seeking a deeper understanding of what makes Iceland so unique. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPBIC

The 'Geology of' Series…

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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/1289		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 www.geolsoc.org.uk/UMWR214
	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. www.geolsoc.org.uk/sp281

Map Prints and related titles

William Smith 1815 Geological Map of England and Wales with part of Scotland

The William Smith county maps 

Choose from individual prints of 21 counties originally published between 1819 & 1824. 
View the range of county map prints and other William Smith related titles

Map: Exploring the World

Published by Phaidon, this wonderfully illustrated map book contains maps that represent over 5,000 years of cartographic innovation drawing on a range of cultures and traditions. Featuring some of the most influential mapmakers and institutions in history, including William Smith, Gerardus Mercator, Abraham Ortelius, Phyllis Pearson, Heinrich Berann, Bill Rankin, Ordnance Survey and Google Earth: www.geolsoc.org.uk/mpmap

Introducing Earth Sciences

Introducing Geology: A Guide to the World of Rocks, 2nd edition 

Graham Park’s book is an introduction to geology and explains in simple terms what geology can tell us about the world. Copiously illustrated this book is intended for those who have a new found interest in geology. Technical terms are kept to a minimum and are explained in a glossary. www.geolsoc.org.uk/mpbig

Other titles in the series:

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 

Geological Society Staff Authors/Editors

Ted Nield (former Editor of Geoscientist)

Underlands: A Journey Through Britain's Lost Landscape (Hardback or Paperback). The hardback is currently on special offer for £10 each. Limited quantities available. www.geolsoc.org.uk/GT003

Incoming! Or, why we should stop worrying and learn to love the meteorite www.geolsoc.org.uk/GT002

Supercontinent: Ten Billion Years in the Life of Our Planet www.geolsoc.org.uk/GT001

Michael McKimm (Burlington House Library) 

		Fossil Sunshine By Michael McKimm The poems collected in Fossil Sunshine are the result of Michael McKimm’s year long collaboration with earth scientists, in a project funded by Arts Council England. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPBFS
		Map: Poems After William Smith’s Geological Map of 1815 Edited by Michael McKimm Anthology to celebrate two hundred years of the publication of William Smith's revolutionary map. The collection includes new work by over thirty poets inspired by William Smith, his revolutionary map, and the foundation of a science. www.geolsoc.org.uk/MPWSP