Guide Book No. 1: Excursion in Eastern Quebec and the Maritime Provinces (Parts I & II); 1913

A scarce and highly collectible Geological Survey publication, Guide Book No. 1: Excursion in Eastern Quebec and the Maritime Provinces (1913) was produced in conjunction with early 20th century geological field excursions, likely tied to international geological meetings and organized Survey work.

Issued in two parts, the volumes provide detailed, locality-based geological descriptions across eastern Quebec and the Maritime Provinces, including stratigraphy, physiography, and classic regional sections. These guide books were intended for use in the field and are far more detailed and locality-focused than standard Survey summaries, making them especially valuable to collectors and researchers interested in specific Canadian geological regions.

This set is complete in two volumes and includes numerous original maps and plates, a key feature that significantly enhances both research value and collectibility. The books remain in solid condition, with only light scuffing to the covers from general use.

Early Geological Survey excursion guides are notably less common than standard annual reports and are increasingly sought after for their detailed treatment of classic Canadian localities.

Title: Guide Book No. 1: Excursion in Eastern Quebec and the Maritime Provinces (Parts I & II)
Author: Geological Survey of Canada
Publisher: Geological Survey, Department of Mines (Government of Canada)
Place of publication: Ottawa
Year: 1913
Format: Hardcover (original cloth, gilt lettering)
Language: English
Contents: Two-part set issued for geological excursions, including detailed regional descriptions and numerous maps and plates