1 A geological excursion guide to the North-West Highlands of Scotland [Book]

Published by National Museums of Scotland [Book]

2 A history of the British Geological Survey 1990-1997 [Book]

This report was written as part of the 1997 Science and Management Audit. In 1990, the recommendations of the Butler review were being implemented, and in mid-1990 a further review was undertaken to consider new business opportunities. …more…

3 A story through time - the formation of the scenic landscapes of Ireland (North). Landscapes from stone [Book]

A comprehensive account of the geology and evolution of the landscape of the north of Ireland. Fully illustrated. 100 pages; 200 x 210 mm. [Book]

4 Ancient frontiers. A geological guide to the Hadrian's Wall area. [Book]

Ancient Frontiers is a popular science and nature guide, telling the intriguing story of the geology and landscape of the Hadrian's Wall area and its influence on life and work through the ages.
Easy to read and packed with photos, maps illustrations and information, the book is a guided tour of the best spots in Hadrian's Wall area to help you see and make sense of the impact of nature on human history.. …more…

5 BETWEEN ROCKS AND HARD PLACES [Book]

DISCOVERING IRELAND'S NORTHERN LANDSCAPES, NORTHERN IRELAND [Book]

6 British fossils (Shire Books) [Booklet]

A5 sized guide to British fossils published by Shire Books in their popular series. [Booklet]

7 Geological walk around Cliffe Hill Quarry [Booklet]

This booklet decribes walks around Cliffe Hill Quarry, Billa Barra Hill and in Markfield in Leicestershire and gives an overview of how the landscape we see today was formed through time. Aimed at the interested amateur, this full-colour booklet describes nearly 600 milion years of geological history - and 110 years of quarrying history. Snippets of local history are included, as is some information on local flora and fauna. This pocket-sized guide will be an informative and friendly companion on these walks. …more…

8 Geology for our diverse economy (BGS) [Book]

Report of the [BGS] Programme Development Group for Onshore Geological Surveys - a user questionnaire evaluation needs of BGS ciustomers for geoscience information. [Book]

9 Introducing Volcanology - a guide to hot rocks (Dunedin Press)

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Volcanoes have an endless fascination. Their eruptions are a regular reminder of the power of nature and our vulnerability to this raw geological phenomenon, however volcanic activity, and its plumbing from beneath, is an essential element of the forces that shaped and constantly reshape our planet. Dougal Jerram answers the questions: What are volcanoes? What other volcanic activity is there? How do volcanoes relate to plate tectonics and the movement of continents? What are eruptions and why do they occur

10 Isle of Man - foundations of a landscape [Book]

The rocks and landscape of the Isle of Man tell a fascinating story which began hundreds of millions of years ago. This book unravels the Isle’s complex geological history, explores the evolution of the landscape and how it has been used and changed by the Many people. [Book]

11 Jurassic Coast (Official Guide) [Book]

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The Official Guide to the Jurassic Coast is a comprehensive companion for anyone visiting the coast and is endorsed by the World Heritage Site team. Illustrated throughout with stunning colour photographs and a large fold-out map of the Jurassic Coast. This guide brings alive the stories of the World Heritage Site, the rocks, fossils and features that make it a place of global importance. It introduces the key places along the coast and suggests activities to help you explore the area and make the most of the 185 million years of the history of the Earth that is laid out in 95 miles of stunning coastline. The guide is edited by Denys Brunsden who led the bid for the Dorset and East Devon Coast to be declared a World Heritage Site. The foreword to the guide is written by H.R.H The Prince of Wales. [Book]

12 Lead mining landscapes of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty [Book]

A superb book on the history, geology and landscape impacts of lead mining in the North Pennines.
Today’s visitor to the North Pennines (which is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and as a European Geopark) may be forgiven for assuming that this is a truly natural landscape. Undeniably beautiful though it is, this is far from a wholly natural landscape and is in no sense the ‘wilderness’ it has been claimed. . …more…

13 Murchison's wanderings in Russia [Book]

The book is stunningly illustrated throughout with etchings of Russian scenes, and contains a reproduction of Murchison's Geology of Russia map - colour-matched to the original, and at the same scale. His geological cross-sections are also included. All are in a bound box within the book. [Book]

14 Our corporate history; key events affecting the British Geological Survey 1967-1998 [Book]

This short report presents the key events affecting the BGS over the period 1967-1998 - a period which included the Survey's move to the present location in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire.
B&W, 25pp [Book]

15 Putting Queensland on the map: the life of Robert Logan Jack, geologist and explorer [Book]

An account of the exploration of Queensland, northern Australia. Robert Logan Jack was a Scottish geologist who migrated to Australia in 1877 and worked as Government Geologist in Queensland for some 30 years. He undertood expeditions to the remotest parts of Australia and made many discoveries that led to the development of Queensland's mining industry. …more…

16 The coastal landforms of west Dorset (Geologist's Association Guide 47) [Book]

A concise guide to the geology of the west Dorset coast. Illustrated with black and white photographs, maps and line drawings. [Book]

17 The pocket guide to finding fossils in Lyme Bay

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A concise guide for young people.