This volume, the second of two containing papers presented at the 28th International Geological Congress (Washington, D.C., 9-19 July 1989), focuses on the transformation of peat by progressive coalification into lignite and subbituminous, bituminous, and anthracite coals. It will be of interest to a broad spectrum of readers, including specialists in peat and coal studies, and also teachers, students, and experts in applied peat and coal science. The subject and geographical indices allow easy access to detailed information.
