John Farndon

About The Author

John Farndon is a writer of books, plays, and music. He has written more than a thousand books—yes, really—including How the Earth Works, Earth, and Rocks and Minerals.

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Books by John Farndon

The Magnificent Book of Rocks and Minerals

By John Farndon

Illustrated by Isabel Aracama

Explore rocks and minerals with the bestselling Magnificent Book of series. Stunning illustrations, fun facts, and a detailed map bring the subject to life for readers 8-12.

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