Books for Your Library,
Currently Available.
| Maine Mineralogy Books for Your Library, Currently Available. | |
|  | Maine's Treasure Chest by: Jane C. Perham The best beginning book available on the subject of the pegmatites found in Maine, the minerals that have come from these pegmatites, and the history of the mining and great gemstone finds that Maine has produced. Jane's descriptions of the thirty five most important quarries and mines of Oxford and Androscoggin Counties are covered in this book, where each has its own chapter. The author describes in detail the basic history of each location, the minerals recovered historically and the major finds from each. Also discussed are the people who operated the quarries and some of their history.  About The Author:Jane Perham is the daughter of Stanley and Hazel Perham of West Paris, Maine. Stan and Hazel operated Perham's of West Paris, a mineral and jewelry store in West Paris, for many years together. In fact, Stan started the business in his bedroom in 1915! The information Jane has compiled in this second edition comes not only from her own firsthand knowledge and experiences, but also includes invaluable and insightful information obtained from her parent's numerous field notes, as well as from the mining experiences of her brother, Frank C. Perham. Frank, a geologist, has studied and mined many of the locations in Oxford County, as did his father Stan. We hope that this book will meet the needs of anyone interested in learning more about Maine pegmatites. It is not necessarily written for the professional, but it is perfect for the life student, pegmatite collector, students of any level. Full of color, and black & white images, it offers anyone a ready reference. Besides, it is just plain fun to read! For anyone who wants to collect in Maine, study the pegmatites of Maine, you must start with this book. You can purchase this book by following this link to Rubellite Press and by clicking on the book. Copies are also available at Jane's store, Perham's of West Paris, West Paris, Maine. |
| Back to Books |
|
 The Mineralogy of MaineVolume 1: Descriptive Mineralogy - edited by Vandall King and Eugene E. Foord A comprehensive listing of all known minerals found in Maine. Text includes locality names and extensive references to the discovery and abundance of Maine minerals. Printed in 1994, 418 pages, 88 plates (99 color photos, 537 black-and-white photos), 70 crystal diagrams and figures, 9.5 x 11.5 x 1.75 inch. Can be ordered from the State of Maine by clicking on the book. | |
 The Mineralogy of MaineVolume 2: Mining History, Gems and Geology - edited by Vandall King A collection of articles with emphasis on the state's rich mining history, gem production, and geology. Topics include gem mining operations, historical figures who mined and collected in Maine, extended history of Mount Mica, the 1880's silver boom, meteorites, types of Maine gems, and maps of all known mineral localities in Maine. Printed in 2000, 524 pages, 45 color photos, 344 black-and-white photos, 9.5 x 11.5 x 1.75 inch. Can be ordered from the State of Maine by clicking on the book. |
| Back to Books |
 A Collector's GuideTo Maine Mineral Localities by: W. B. Thompson, D. L. Joyner, R. G. Woodman, and V. T. King The third edition of A Collector's Guide to Maine Mineral Localities is now available. This popular guidebook gives directions to 56 mineral collecting sites in Maine. The description for each locality includes a map with precise driving and walking directions, a list of minerals that have been found there, and other useful information. Another chapter in the guidebook provides an introduction to the mineral collecting hobby, with many tips on equipment and techniques, favorable places to look for minerals, and a directory of mineral clubs and exhibits in Maine. A checklist of all the minerals found in Maine, and the towns where they have been reported, rounds out the volume. The guidebook is illustrated by many color and black-and-white photos showing mineral specimens and both contemporary and historical views of Maine mines. Printed in 1998, 106 pages, 56 locality maps, 8.5 x 11 inch. Can be ordered from the State of Maine by clicking on the book. |
| Back to Books |
|
| Top | Next Topic - Our Links  |
| Updated: January 1, 2009 Webmaster: Raymond Sprague For more E-Mail information & Inquiry: Maine Pegmatite Workshop URL: http://homepage.mac.com/rasprague/PegShop Copyright - ©2005-2009 Raymond Sprague - All Rights Reserved of layout, design & revisions Copyright - ©2005-2009 Maine Pegmatite Workshop- All Rights Reserved of Name & Logo's |