A Dictionary Of Geology

A Dictionary of Geology (1954) – G.W. Himus (Penguin Reference Books)
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Crack open this pocket-sized time capsule and dive into the rocky depths of mid-20th century geological wisdom. G.W. Himus’s A Dictionary of Geology (1954) is exactly what you’d expect from a Penguin Reference Book of the era: compact, no-nonsense, and just musty enough to smell like a real education.

Perfect for retro science buffs, curious collectors, or anyone who enjoys the comforting weight of outdated terminology. Whether you’re deciphering the difference between diorite and dolerite, or just want to sound clever in conversation, this battered classic has got you (and your tectonic plates) covered.

Slightly scuffed, unapologetically old-fashioned, and still smarter than most of us. Long live Crappy Old Books.

I repaired this by glueing the book block back into the cover.

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