Mineralogy by Dexter Perkins (2nd ed., OpenGeology). It is published under a Creative Commons license, available as a free PDF, and Perkins explicitly wrote it to be a modern, open-access competitor to Nesse. It is not identical, but it covers silicates, optical properties, and phase diagrams in a friendly tone.
Most introductory mineralogy books fall into two categories: overly simplistic picture books or dense, unreadable reference manuals. Nesse strikes a perfect middle ground. Here is why his approach works: introduction to mineralogy nesse pdf
Overview of common analytical methods used to determine mineral composition. Identification Strategies: Mineralogy by Dexter Perkins (2nd ed
Detailed profiles of over 100 common minerals, including silicates, carbonates, and native elements. Mineralogy by Dexter Perkins (2nd ed.
Information on which minerals typically occur together in specific rock types.
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