The Characters of Crystals: An Introduction to Physical Crystallography by Alfred J. Moses is a comprehensive guide to the study of crystal structures and their properties. The book provides an introduction to the fundamentals of crystallography, including crystal symmetry, crystal systems, and crystal lattices. The author explains the different types of crystals and their properties, such as optical, mechanical, and thermal properties. The book also covers X-ray diffraction and its application in crystallography. The Characters of Crystals is an essential resource for students and researchers in the fields of chemistry, physics, materials science, and geology. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding the concepts presented. Overall, The Characters of Crystals is a valuable reference for anyone interested in the study of crystal structures and their properties.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.