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Hardback. Etat : New. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur).

Etat : New. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur).

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Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Written by Scott Van Dam - Illustrated by Christy Robinson - Photography by Tom ShearerMinnelusa Magic tells the remarkable story of the Fairburn agate-South Dakota's state gemstone and one of the most distinctive agates in the world.Through poetry, photography, illustration, and science, the book traces the agates' journey from the ancient Minnelusa Formation to the prairies of the Great Plains, where these beautiful stones continue to captivate collectors and rockhounds. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur). …

Hardback. Etat : New. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur).

HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur).

HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur).

Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. Minnelusa Magic tells the story of one of the world's most intriguing gemstones: the Fairburn agate. Known for its striking holly-leaf banding and rich variety of colors, the Fairburn is South Dakota's state gemstone and a prize for collectors across the Great Plains.This book brings the Fairburn's long journey to life. Formed more than 250 million years ago in the Minnelusa Formation, these agates began as microscopic sea creatures whose silica skeletons settled into ancient sediments. Over time, pressure, chemistry, and a touch of geologic mystery transformed those remains into banded nodules hidden in limestone. Uplift, erosion, and countless seasons of weather eventually carried them onto the prairies and into the hands of modern rockhounds.Minnelusa Magic is not a geology textbook, though the science is here for those who are curious. Instead, it blends poetry, illustration, and photography to make the story both accessible and memorable. The agates themselves take center stage, narrating their own history in a playful "rock concert" voice that makes complex processes easy to follow. Readers who want more detail will find an appendix that explains the terminology and theories of agate formation.At its heart, this is a book about curiosity and connection. It invites readers to see a simple stone as a record of vanished oceans, ancient creatures, and the restless forces that continue to shape our landscape. It's a celebration of both natural history and human fascination - the way one small object can capture imagination, inspire questions, and lead to a lifelong passion.Whether you are a dedicated collector, a visitor to the Black Hills, or simply someone who enjoys a good story about the natural world, Minnelusa Magic offers a fresh way to experience the wonder of Earth's deep past. The creation story of South Dakota's state gemstone.Poetry, illustrations, and photography make geology approachable.An appendix provides clear explanations of the science. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Robinson, Christy C (illustrateur).…