Rocks and Minerals: A Gem of a Book (A Gem of a Book!)

Imagine if you could speak to a meteorite… What could it tell you about the universe?

Discover everything from the ancient wonder of fossilized plants and animals to the curious beauty of minerals and crystals. This guide brings geology to life through a cast of characters created by Simon Basher and science writer Dan Green—making the foundational elements of our planet accessible and fun.

You’ll explore how rocks and minerals form, how they shape our world, and even how things like diamond earrings, copper wires, and graphite pencils trace back to geological processes.