Published in the mid-1800s, this book offers a detailed look at the geological and mineralogical processes that have shaped the earth. Buckland, a prominent geologist and theologian, argues that the natural world provides ample evidence of a divine Creator, and that a scientific understanding of geology and mineralogy can help to deepen our appreciation for the wonders of the natural world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.