The Preparation of Illustrations for Reports of the United States Geological Survey With Brief Descriptions of Processes of Reproduction

"The Preparation of Illustrations for Reports of the United States Geological Survey" by John L. Ridgway is an early 20th-century manual that acts as a detailed guide for the production of illustrations for geological reports. It stresses the importance of clear and scientifically valuable visual representations in these reports. The book begins by explaining why such a guide is needed within the Geological Survey, noting that well-made illustrations, good teamwork between writers and artists, and the vital role of images in helping readers understand are key. It provides basic rules for choosing and creating illustrations, discussing different kinds of illustrations, ways to reproduce them, and how clear visual communication is important in scientific publications.