Geological facts; or, the crust of the earth, what it is, and what are its uses

"Geological Facts; or, The Crust of the Earth, What It Is, and What Are Its Uses" by the Rev. W. G. Barrett is a mid-1800s book that looks at the Earth's structure, how different rocks form, what they're made of, and why they're important for the economy. Barrett hopes to get people interested in geology, especially young women, and get them ready for more advanced science classes. The book starts by talking about how amazing the natural world is, before discussing geology. Barrett also tells a story about starting a geology class that inspired him to write the book, and wanted to show how science and religion can exist together. Barrett shows the Earth’s crust to be a record of time that asks us to see the beauty and usefulness of our world, pushing into a love for scientific discovery.