From the Back Cover\nIntroduces mineralogy within a casual, relevant, and accessible approach. Rather than being dry and dull, the book is oriented to the way readers actually learn a new subject. This represents an entirely new approach to the study of mineralogy. Relating mineralogy to everyday life, the book introduces large, understandable topics first, then explains why the "little things" are important to show how minerals fit into the larger picture. Emphasizes petrology, chemistry, and other sciences not normally considered part of mineralogy to place the subject in context. Presents the history and human aspects of mineralogy with individuals and their contributions that provide an historical context. It also provides short, concise mineral descriptions. A valuable introduction to the study of mineralogy for every reader with an interest in the subject.

Mineralogy

Science & Math

Perkins, Dexter

Earth Sciences

PRENTICE/HALL

Provides a concise, straightforward, and balanced presentation of the theory and techniques of optical minerology for mineral identification. Spiral. DLC: Thin sections (Geology).

Minerals in Thin Sections

Henke, Kevin R.

Pearson College Div

This learner-oriented text is written in a casual, jargon-free style to present a modern introduction to mineralogy. It emphasizes real-world applications and an “outside-in approach” as well as the history and human side of mineralogy. Chapter topics include elements and minerals; crystallization and classification of minerals; mineral properties: hand specimen mineralogy; optical mineralogy; igneous rocks and silicate minerals; sedimentary minerals and sedimentary rocks; metamorphic minerals and metamorphic rocks; ore deposits and economic minerals; crystal morphology and symmetry; crystallography; units cells, points, lines, and planes; x-ray diffraction; atomic structure; and descriptions of minerals. For individuals interested in the science of mineralogy, and how minerals impact everyday life.

Chemistry

This clear and concise book assists learners as they look at thin sections. It focuses on the practical, need-to-know information absolutely necessary for work in the laboratory. KEY TOPICS Chapter topics cover: what is light?, polarization of light and the polarizing microscope, the velocity of light in crystals and the refractive index, interaction of light and crystals, other mineral characteristics in thin sections, and a detailed mineral description. For individuals interested in mineralogy and/or petrology.

Minerals in Thin Section

Henke, Kevin

Pearson

Sweeping into power in the grim depression days of 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt led the nation along a road of economic experiment that changed the course of America's political and social thinking. His first "Hundred Days" were a swift transformation into the new age of social security, FDIC, and a host of other reforms.Scarcely had the New Deal become a part of American life, however, when World War II broke out, and America became a global power leading the Allies to victory, began development of the atomic bomb, and laid plans for the United Nations organization.In the opinion of many historians, F.D.R.'s thirteen years are the most important era in twentieth-century American history. Now Dexter Perkins takes an objective look at Roosevelt and his times—the great depression, the great social experiment, the great war—and presents a balanced evaluation of America from the Blue Eagle days of NRA to the shocking April afternoon of Roosevelt's death."A fair-minded, clear, and brief guide to that complex man and even more complex era."—Frank Freidel, Christian Science Monitor 

The New Age of Franklin Roosevelt, 1932-1945 (Chicago History of American Civilization)

History

Americas

University of Chicago Press

Sweeping into power in the grim depression days of 1933, Franklin D. Roosevelt led the nation along a road of economic experiment that changed the course of America's political and social thinking. His first "Hundred Days" were a swift transformation into the new age of social security, FDIC, and a host of other reforms. Scarcely had the New Deal become a part of American life, however, when World War II broke out, and America became a global power leading the Allies to victory, began development of the atomic bomb, and laid plans for the United Nations organization. In the opinion of many historians, F.D.R.'s thirteen years are the most important era in twentieth-century American history. Now Dexter Perkins takes an objective look at Roosevelt and his times—the great depression, the great social experiment, the great war—and presents a balanced evaluation of America from the Blue Eagle days of NRA to the shocking April afternoon of Roosevelt's death. "A fair-minded, clear, and brief guide to that complex man and even more complex era."—Frank Freidel,Christian Science Monitor

The New Age of Franklin Roosevelt, 1932-1945 (The Chicago History of American Civilization)

The Diplomacy of a New Age: Major Issues in U.S. Policy Since 1945

Politics & Social Sciences

Politics & Government

Indiana Univ. Pr

The author presents Hughes not only as a remarkable jurist but also as one of the most remarkable statesmen in American history. A well-rounded picture of the man and his career is presented.

Charles Evans Hughes: and American Democratic Statesmanship (Library of American Biographies)

Biographies & Memoirs

Historical

Praeger

Intelligent investigation of the origins and development of the Monroe Doctrine stressing its modifications, contemporary significance, and future prospects

A History of the Monroe Doctrine

Little,Brown & Co

This student-friendly text is written in a casual, jargon-free style to present a modern introduction to mineralogy. It emphasizes real-world applications and the history and human side of mineralogy. The author approaches the subject by explaining the larger, understandable topics first, and then explaining why the “little things” are important for understanding the larger picture.

Mineralogy (3rd Edition)

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Mineralogy

Minerals in Thin Sections

Mineralogy

Minerals in Thin Section

The New Age of Franklin Roosevelt, 1932-1945 (Chicago History of American Civilization)

The New Age of Franklin Roosevelt, 1932-1945 (The Chicago History of American Civilization)

The Diplomacy of a New Age: Major Issues in U.S. Policy Since 1945

Charles Evans Hughes: and American Democratic Statesmanship (Library of American Biographies)

A History of the Monroe Doctrine

Mineralogy (3rd Edition)