General Geology and Earth Science Books
Please browse our selection of general geology and Earth science books. This page includes books on a variety of topics, such as volcanoes, meteorites, extreme weather, geysers, and more.
We also have separate sections for books about Rocks and Minerals, Gemstones, Fossils, Finding Gold, and the Roadside Geology series.
Edited by Robert L. Bates and Julia A. Jackson
All scientific disciplines have an essential vocabulary that students and professionals must understand to learn and communicate effectively. A geology dictionary that is used regularly is one of the most important tools for developing professional competence. A good dictionary should be on the desk of every geologist and within easy reach. This dictionary is compact and inexpensive at only $19.99. More information.
by Geoffrey Notkin
A comprehensive illustrated guide to recovering, identifying and understanding meteorites. More information, table of contents.
by Albert B. Dickas
This book shows you pictures, maps and locations of 101 of the most amazing geo-sites in the United States. More information, table of contents.
by T. Scott Bryan
This book presents the basic information a person needs to understand what geysers are all about. More information, table of contents.
by Richard L. Orndorff and David G. Futey
A great book explaining the processes of formation and pictures of southern Utah's wonders, from the Basin and Range region to Natural Bridges National Monument. More information, table of contents.
by Alain Carion
Learn all the basics about meteorites, meteorite hunting and identification along with great photos. More information, table of contents.
by Wendell A. Duffield
Dr. Duffield spent 3 years at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) studying and monitoring Hawaiian volcanoes. Most of his time was spent at the Kilauea Caldera. More information, table of contents.
by Stephen M. Voynick
The Climax mine became the most successful American company of the Great Depression. More information, table of contents.
by Ian M. Lange
Colorfully illustrated descriptions of strange and marvelous beasts form the heart of this very informative, great book. What interesting creatures! More information, table of contents.
by Susan Elizabeth Hough
With humor and ease, geologist Susan Hough leads you to California's most accessible and active faults, telling the stories behind the major tremblors that have shaken the region. More information, table of contents.
by Jacques Kornprobst and Christine Laverne
How do volcanoes work? Find out everything you ever wanted to know with this beautifully illustrated book. More information, table of contents.
by Tye W. Parzybok
A rare and deadly twister rips through parts of Oregon and Washington. Haboobs strip paint off cars in Arizona. A dramatic two-hour temperature gyration breaks plate-glass windows in Spearfish, South Dakota. Read about some truly beastly weather in this cool book! More information, table of contents.
by Ronald D. Sanders
Do you love rock art? This book includes all of the information visitors need for enjoying over 100 Indian petroglyph and pictograph sites in seven states. More information, table of contents.
by Katherine Rogers
Go back in time to the 1800s with the famous Sternberg Fossil Hunters, searching the wilds for treasure! More information, table of contents.
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