Description
Book SynopsisA modern presentation of granitic rocks, translated into English and updated from the original French edition. Mineralogical, petrological, structural, and economical aspects are developed in a succession. Chapters contain special 'info boxes' discussing topics for those wishing to deepen the subject.
Trade ReviewThis book is a welcome addition to the literature on granitic rocks. The authors have done a great job integrating data from a wide variety of sources to build a comprehensive and timely account of granitic magmatism. It provides valuable reading for those interested not just in granites but igneous geology more broadly. * Professor Nick Petford, Vice Chancellor and CEO, University of Northampton, UK *
A well-illustrated textbook, which explores the world of granitic rocks in a multidisciplinary way. Written for a wide readership, it covers a broad range of topics, from the genesis and emplacement of granites to their role in the growth and evolution of the continental crust, and their economic importance as a source for mineral ores. * Pierre Barbey, CRPG-CNRS *
Table of Contents1: What is a granite? 2: Origin of granitic magmas 3: Segregation of granitic melt 4: Genesis of hybrid granitoids: mingling and mixing 5: Transport of granitic magma 6: Emplacement and shape of granite plutons 7: Thermomechanical aspects in the country rocks around granite plutons 8: Crystallization of granitics magmas 9: Microstructures and fabrics of granites 10: Magnetic fabrics in granites 11: Zoning in granite plutons 12: Granites and plate tectonics 13: Precambrian granitic rocks 14: Granite metallogeny
