This advanced textbook treats common microstructures such as foliations, porphyroblasts, veins, fringes and shear sense. It also provides information on experimental work and the techniques of microtectonic research. Many photographs and explanatory drawings clarify the text. The new edition, substantially revised throughout and extended, features two new chapters (primary structures and experimental microstructures), 90 new figures, 600 new reference. Microtectonics has proven useful for self study of microstructures and as a manual for short- and one-semester courses.

High number of high-quality line drawings and photographs not only support the text but also give readers vaulable experience in interprating what they observe in the field.

Newest developments in microtectonics have been included in all chapters so that al chapters have been revised and updated, e.g. new information on brittle microstructures

A Framework of Microtectonic Studies.- Flow and Deformation.- Deformation Mechanisms.- Foliations, Lineations and Lattice Preferred Orientation.- Shear Zones.- Dilatation Sites - Veins, Strain Shadows, Fringes and Boudins.- Porphyroblasts and Reaction Rims.- Primary Structures.- Natural Microgauges.- Special Techniques.- Experimental Modelling Techniques.- From Sample to Section.