Earth Sciences

Earth Surface Sediment Transport – Ian Statham's introduction to how sediment and solutes move across the earth's surface, from mass movement to transport by water, wind and ice. A 1979 Clarendon Press,…

Gem - The Definitive Visual Guide - A magnificent 440-page Smithsonian and DK visual reference to gemstones, minerals, precious metals and jewellery, richly illustrated with spectacular photography and detailed information on famous…

The Kruger Experience - An important scientific study of Kruger National Park examining the ecological processes that create and maintain heterogeneity in African savanna landscapes, with particular emphasis on conservation management and…

Textbook of Dendrology - Classic 1941 Textbook of Dendrology by William M. Harlow and Ellwood S. Harrar, covering the important forest trees of the United States and Canada. Second Edition, Third Impression,…

Mount Morgan: Gold Copper and Oil - An extensively illustrated 1982 history of Queensland's legendary Mount Morgan gold and copper mine. John Kerr's 248-page account covers the mine's discovery, ownership battles, extraordinary…

Scarce 1988 Second Edition of Measurements in Mine Environmental Control, published by the Chamber of Mines of South Africa. A specialised technical reference covering mine environmental measurement, occupational hygiene and ventilation-related practices.

Gemstone Enhancement is therefore more than a general guide to jewellery stones. It is a specialist reference dealing with an important area of practical gemmology, particularly the distinction between naturally occurring characteristics…

For collectors of popular science and readers captivated by unexplained phenomena, The Tunguska Fireball remains an absorbing exploration of one of Earth's greatest natural mysteries. It offers a thoughtful balance of established…

The Last Drop draws together environmental policy, hydrology, agriculture, urban planning, and climate science into a highly readable narrative that appeals to both general readers and those with a keen interest in…

Common Veld and Pasture Grasses of Natal - A respected South African botanical reference on the identification, ecology and grazing value of Natal's common veld and pasture grasses, written by leading University…

The Winners in Life's Race - A near fine facsimile reprint of Arabella B. Buckley's classic 1891 introduction to vertebrate animals, combining Victorian scientific writing with timeless natural history.

A substantial and authoritative 1976 Geological Survey reference work detailing the mineral wealth, mining geology, and economic mineral resources of South Africa during a pivotal period in the country’s industrial development.

Enough - A thought-provoking guide showing how the food we choose to eat affects both our health and the future of the planet, based on the groundbreaking Planetary Health Diet research.

The Colder War - A fascinating exploration of how global energy resources have reshaped international politics, economic power, and geopolitical strategy in the modern world.

Evolution’s Workshop - A fascinating exploration of Charles Darwin, the Galápagos Islands, and the historic relationship between science and religion, presented in an elegant near fine hardcover edition with dust jacket.

Mineral Resources of the Republic of South Africa - An authoritative Geological Survey handbook detailing South Africa’s vast mineral wealth, mining industries, and geological resources, issued by the Department of Mines and…

Wetlands of Ethiopia - An important and increasingly scarce African environmental studies publication examining the ecological, social, and conservation significance of Ethiopia’s wetlands, produced under the IUCN Wetlands and Water Resources Programme.

Kalahari RainSong - A powerful and beautifully illustrated celebration of San storytelling and Kalahari heritage.

Natal North Coast Survey is a detailed 1962 government planning survey of the Natal North Coast, covering geography, population, coastal resorts, land ownership and long-term development planning. An important reference for the…

Kalahari RainSong - Signed copy of a beautifully illustrated celebration of San storytelling and Kalahari heritage.