Ian Mercer worked for the British Geological Survey and Geological Museum for 25 years and was Director of Education for the Gemmological Association of Great Britain for nearly two decades. Ros Mercer was a geology and physics teacher for more than 20 years. They have been leaders for the Essex Rock and Mineral Society for many years; UK national advisors for U3A Geology; and officers for GeoEssex - the county geoconservation steering group. In 2020, together they were awarded the Halstead Medal by the Geologists' Association for their achievements as 'ambassadors in the promotion of geology, contributing to education at all levels'. Ian Mercer is the author of several books on related subjects.
Description
1. Reconstructing Essex 2. The rocks of Essex 3. The deep history of Essex 4. The geological structure of Essex 5. The drowning of the island 6. Seashores and swamps 7. Palm trees and crocodiles 8. Giant sharks and shell banks 9. Ice age Essex 10. Looking into the Essex landscape 11. Uncovering Essex geology 12. Rock and people 13. The future of Essex rock Sites and views of Essex Geological collections and displays Index Maps and charts About the authors
Reviews
I have one word left for this book 'brilliant'. -- Chris Darmon * Down to Earth * I was stunned by the quality of the photographs and diagrams which support the clear and lucid text...Ian and Ros Mercer take the reader on a fascinating journey encompassing Essex's geological history. -- Nicholas Pierpoint, Magazine of the Geologists' Association The authors have done a great service to the naturalist community in producing enjoyable, readable text without sacrificing erudition...Essential for anyone with an interest in Essex and soft-rock landscapes, this book is also for the person who just thinks they might be interested. After a few minutes you surely will be. -- Dr Chris Gibson, British Naturalists Association I thoroughly recommend this book. It is one of the best I have reviewed in recent years. -- Jon Trevelyan, Deposits Mag This book is an exemplary treatment of the subject and is highly recommended. -- Mick Massie * The London Naturalist * I have had one of the most enjoyable and enlightening experiences in reading this weighty tome. The detail and knowledge shared makes this one of my outstanding reads of the year... I can see this book finding a place on the bookshelves of professional geologists, amateur geologists, and, indeed, anyone with an interest in natural history... This is an outstanding book and one that has been a pleasure to review. -- Gordon Neighbour * Geoscientist *