{"product_id":"9781472911223","title":"Rocks and Minerals","description":"For experts and armchair enthusiasts alike, \u003ci\u003eRocks and Minerals: A Photographic Field Guide\u003c\/i\u003e will appeal to anyone interested in uncovering the mysteries of this subject. \u003cbr\u003eA general introduction is followed by an introduction to rocks covering the three groups: igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary, plus their formation and occurrence, main characteristics and economic uses. A number of examples from each category will be detailed and illustrated. \u003cbr\u003eThe second part of the book begins with an introduction to minerals, including gemstones, explaining their classification, occurrence, formation and characteristics, identification and economic uses. This is followed by accounts and images of a wide selection of examples.","brand":"Bloomsbury USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47129649414384,"sku":"9781472911223","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781472911223_p0.jpg?v=1763599142","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781472911223","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}