Purchase Observatory Books and Other Items
To order any of the items presented here, please email: weston.observatory@bc.edu or call at 617-552-8300 to place an order.
books

Earthquakes and Tsunamis in the Past: A Guide to Techniques in Historical Seismology
by Emanuela Guidoboni, Storia Geofisica Ambiente, Bologna; and John E. Ebel, Ph.D., Boston College
Earthquakes and Tsunamis in the Past: A Guide to Techniques in Historical Seismology defines the discipline of historical seismology by detailing the latest research methodologies for studying historical earthquakes and tsunamis.
Available at Amazon.com and Cambridge University Press

Roadside Geology of Massachusetts
by James W. Skehan, S.J., Boston College
Roadside Geology of Massachusetts explores the geologic history behind the rocks and landforms visible from the state's highways, including tours of Cape Cod, Nantucket, Martha's Vineyard, Boston Harbor, and Mount Greylock.
$20.00

Roadside Geology of Connecticut and Rhode Island
by James W. Skehan, S.J., Boston College
Roadside Geology of Connecticut and Rhode Island explores the geologic history behind the rocks and landforms visible from the states' highways.
$30.00

Puddingstone, Drumlins, and Ancient Volcanoes
by James W. Skehan, S.J., Boston College
Puddingstone, Drumlins, and Ancient Volcanoes is a field guide to the geology of Historic Boston.
$10.00
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The Creation Controversy and the Science Classroom
by James W. Skehan, S.J., Boston College (author, editor) and Craig Nelson (editor)
This important resource will provide readers with an understanding of the nature of science and the relationship between science and religion.
$15.00

Modern Science and the Book of Genesis
by James W. Skehan, S.J., Boston College
$5.00

Praying with Teilhard de Chardin
by James W. Skehan, S.J., Boston College
Praying with Teilhard de Chardin engages you in praying in the way that Teilhard did about themes that were central to his experience. Each meditation can enlighten your understanding of his spirituality and lead you to reflect on your life.