"Guide to Thin Section Microscopy" by Michael M. Raith, Peter Raase & Jürgen Reinhardt
This is basically your go-to handbook for mastering the art of using microscopes to examine minerals in thin slices. It's packed with tips on setting up the microscope just right and detailed guides on measuring and identifying minerals. Consider it a practical guide for both students and professionals, focusing more on "doing" than just the theory.
"The Prudes’ Progress: Re-membering Feminist Desire" by Lisa Millbank