The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks - by Donald R Prothero

The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks is a captivating journey through geology's most significant discoveries, revealing the fascinating stories behind each rock, outcrop, or geologic phenomenon.

With expertly chosen case studies, this book takes readers on an entertaining and approachable tour of the earth's history, from Pliny the Younger's eyewitness account of the eruption of Vesuvius to the granite outcrops that led a Scottish scientist to theorize that the landscapes he witnessed were far older than Noah's Flood. The book answers questions such as: How do we know how old the earth is? What happened to the supercontinent Pangea? How did ocean rocks end up at the top of Mount Everest? What can we learn about our planet from meteorites and moon rocks? With a wealth of information presented in an engaging style, The Story of the Earth in 25 Rocks is essential reading for armchair geologists, rock hounds, and anyone curious about the earth beneath their feet.