Author: Irving, Dr A [ Alexander ]
Title: Chemical And Physical Studies In The Metamorphism Of Rocks Based Upon A Thesis ( With Appendices ) Written For The Doctorate In Science In The University Of London
Description: Longmans, Green & Co, 1889, 1st edition. CLoth, VG. xii+137pp+24pp publishers adverts, cloth a little rubbed & worn, spine a little grubby, Inscription from the author on the half title, Ex Public School library with a single bookplate, a nice copy. Hardback , no dustjacket. ¶ Thesis on the changes in the chemical & physical properties of crystaline rocks when subjected to extremes of temperature & pressue.

Keywords: geology, earth science, rocks, metatropy, metataxis, chemistry