Upper Peninsula, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): 1869-1873: 1869-1873 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore the minerals and rocks of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula through a detailed, field‑ready study.

This nonfiction volume compiles long‑form observations from the Geological Survey’s 1869–1873 work on the Huronian rocks and associated ores. It presents lithologic descriptions, provisional nomenclature, and practical notes designed for explorers, miners, and geologists alike. The content blends field descriptions with offshoots on microscopic analysis, rock classification, and ore characteristics.

• Detailed lithologic descriptions of hundreds of specimens from the Huronian formation (plus related Laurentian rocks), using practical field observations.


• Guidance on mineral identification, textures, weathering, and fracture patterns relevant to exploration and mining.


• Discussions of naming conventions and provisional classifications to aid interpretation in the field.


• Appendices and notes that document methods, comparative tables, and related mineralogical discussions.

Ideal for readers who work with rocks and ores of the Lake Superior region, as well as students and hobbyists seeking a hands‑on reference to Upper Peninsula geology.

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