Field Book of Common Rocks and Minerals - Enriched edition For identifying the Rocks and Minerals of the United States and interpreting their Origins

Frederic Brewster Loomis

Summary

In "Field Book of Common Rocks and Minerals," Frederic Brewster Loomis presents a comprehensive and accessible guide to the identification and understanding of various geological specimens. Through a meticulous blend of practical field notes and scientific observations, Loomis employs a clear and engaging style that makes intricate geological concepts approachable to both novices and seasoned enthusiasts. The book is situated within the broader context of early 20th-century American geology, embodying the era's burgeoning interest in natural sciences and the outdoors, and reflects a rigorous commitment to empirical observation. Frederic Brewster Loomis was an influential geologist and educator, whose profound engagement with geology stemmed from his time in both academia and field exploration. His ability to distill complex scientific principles into practical advice for the everyday seeker was likely informed by both his extensive study and a passion for making geology accessible to all. Loomis also contributed to the educational realm through his teaching at various institutions, instilling a sense of wonder in his students about the natural world. For anyone captivated by the beauty of the Earth and its materials, "Field Book of Common Rocks and Minerals" is an invaluable resource. It serves as both a field guide and a scholarly reference, encouraging readers to venture outdoors and engage with their environment. Loomis's work is a must-read for geology students, hobbyists, and nature lovers alike who seek to deepen their understanding of the geological wonders that surround them.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.

Available since: 11/02/2023.

Print length: 285 pages.

Other books that might interest you

Running After Paradise - Hope...

Colleen M. Scanlan Lyons

Brazil’s Atlantic Forest is a paradise to many. In Southern Bahia, surfers, billionaires, travelers, and hippies mingle with environmentalists, family farmers, quilombolas (descendants of formerly enslaved people), and nativos, or “locals.” Each of these groups has connections to the unique environment, culture, and character of this region as their home, their source of a livelihood, or perhaps their vacation escape. And while these connections sometimes converge, at other times they clash.
The pressures on this tropical forest are palpable, and people’s responses to these pressures are also varied. What was once the state’s economic mainstay, cacao production, is only now beginning to make a comeback after a disease decimated the crops of large and small farmers alike. Tourism, another economic hope, is susceptible to economic crises and pandemics. And the threat of a massive state-led infrastructure project involving mining, a railroad, and an international port has loomed over the region for well over a decade.
Southern Bahia is at a crossroads: develop a sustainable, forest-based economy or risk losing the identity and soul of this place forevermore. Through the lives of environmentalists, farmers, quilombolas, and nativos—people who are in and of this place—this book brings the people alive who are grappling with this dilemma.
Anthropologist Colleen M. Scanlan Lyons brings the eye of a storyteller to present this complex struggle, weaving in her own challenges of balancing family and fieldwork alongside the stories of the people who live in this dynamic region. Intertwined tales, friendships, and hope emerge as people both struggle to sustain their lives in a biodiversity hotspot and strive to create their paradise.
For those interested, this book is also available in e-book and physical print formats, which contain the table of contents, maps, acknowledgements, pictures of the people and stories featured, footnotes, references, and an index.

Show book

Social Media Superstar

Eleni Dyer

Social Media Superstar: The Comprehensive Guide on How to Boost Your Business Through Social MediaWhether you’re currently using social media to promote your business or are thinking about doing so, it is important for you to understand how to do it correctly. No matter whether you’re inexperienced or a veteran social marketer, if you don’t have the right information, it can be easy to botch a marketing campaign or simply run out of ideas.Fortunately for you, this guide was designed for people in your exact position: those who know that social media is an important part of doing business today;  and who want to learn how to use it correctly.In the rest of this guide, I’m going to provide you with 77 stand-alone tips that you can use to integrate social media into your business, use it to market your products, use it to find new customers, and use it to manage existing customers and extract information from them.In this audiobook, you will learn The Comprehensive Guide on How to Boost Your Business Through Social Media! So what are you waiting for, download a copy of Social Media Superstar today!

Show book

The First Astronomers - How...

Duane Hamacher

The First Astronomers is the first book to reveal the rich knowledge of the stars and the planets held by First Peoples around the world.
Our eyes have been drawn away from the skies to our screens. We no longer look to the stars to forecast the weather, predict the seasons or plant our gardens. Most of us cannot even see the Milky Way. But First Nations Elders around the world still maintain this knowledge, and there is much we can learn from them.
These Elders are expert observers of the stars. They teach that everything on the land is reflected in the sky, and everything in the sky is reflected on the land. How does this work, and how can we better understand our place in the universe?
Guided by six First Nations Elders, Duane Hamacher takes us on a journey across space and time to reveal the wisdom of the first astronomers. These living systems of knowledge challenge conventional ideas about the nature of science and the longevity of oral tradition. Indigenous science is dynamic, adapting to changes in the skies and on earth, pointing the way for a world facing the profound disruptions of climate change.
'This book marks a profound paradigm shift in our understanding of Indigenous scientific traditions, how they are transmitted, and their relevance to life today.' Professor Marcia Langton, University of Melbourne
'A ground-breaking book of enormous scope.' Brian Schmidt, Nobel Laureate in Physics
'A glimpse into Indigenous ways of reading landscapes reflected in the night sky through ancient processes of inquiry.' Dr Tyson Yunkaporta, author of Sand Talk
'A wonderful combination of scholarship and poetry.' Dr Annette S. Lee, Lakota astrophysicist
'Beautiful, engaging, and startlingly profound.' Alan Duffy, Professor of Astrophysics

Show book

Ageless Secrets: How to Live...

Holden Montgomery

Ageless Secrets: How to Live Longer and Feel Younger 
⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐ 
Are you seeking ways to unlock vibrant longevity and youthful energy today? Are you in search of a comprehensive guide that provides all necessary elements to achieve this? 
Your search ends here! 
This audiobook serves as your definitive companion for deepening your understanding, applying your skills, and engaging in hands-on exercises. With this, you're geared for success. 
Key features of this enriched guide: 
- Profound insights about achieving vibrant longevity and youthful energy 
- Detailed explanations of methods and techniques 
- Fruitful strategies for preparation and implementation 
Our guide distinguishes itself through comprehensive coverage, which is essential for your success. Concepts aren't merely skimmed; they are delved into with precision. 
Please note that this guide is an independent resource created for your benefit and is not affiliated with any official entities. 
Designed with a clear structure and easy-to-understand language, our guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to dense jargon and welcome clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and begin your journey to unlocking vibrant longevity and youthful energy today!

Show book

Under The Knife - Life Lessons...

Liz O'Riordan

Dr Liz O’Riordan is a breast cancer surgeon who has battled against social, physical and mental challenges to practise at the top of her field. Under the Knife charts Liz’s incredible highs: performing like a couture dressmaker as she moulded and reshaped women’s breasts, while saving their lives; to the heart-breaking lows of telling ten women a day that they had cancer. 
 
But this memoir is more than just an eye-opening look at the realities of training to be a female surgeon in a man’s world. In addition to this high-powered, high-pressured role, Liz faced her own breast cancer diagnosis, severe depression and suicidal thoughts, in tandem with commonplace sexual harassment and bullying. And by revealing how she coped when her life crashed around her, she demonstrates there is always hope.

Show book

Human + Machine Updated and...

Paul R. Daugherty, H. James Wilson

AI—including generative AI—is radically transforming business. Are you ready? Accenture technology leaders Paul Daugherty and Jim Wilson provide crucial insights and advice to help you meet the challenge. 
 
 
 
In this updated and expanded edition of Human + Machine—including a new chapter on gen AI—Daugherty and Wilson show that the essence of the AI paradigm shift is the transformation of all business processes within an organization, whether related to breakthrough innovation, everyday customer service, or personal productivity habits. As humans and smart machines collaborate ever more closely, work processes become more fluid and adaptive, enabling companies to change them on the fly—or completely reimagine them. 
 
 
 
Based on the authors' experience and research with fifteen hundred organizations, the book reveals how companies are using the new rules of AI to leap ahead on innovation and profitability and what you can do to achieve similar results. It describes six entirely new types of hybrid human + machine roles that every company must develop, and it includes a "leader's guide" with the five crucial principles required to become an AI-fueled business.

Show book