The book "Charles Lyell and Modern Geology" by T. G. Bonney is an important source of information about the life and scientific activity of the outstanding British geologist and naturalist Charles Lyell. This book examines the importance and influence of Lyell's activities on the development of modern geology, his contribution to the study of processes on the earth's surface and to the formation of the scientific method in geology. The author describes in detail not only Lyell's scientific achievements, but also his personality, motivation and way of thinking, which helps to better understand the personality of this outstanding scientist. "Charles Lyell and Modern Geology" is an interesting and informative book for all fans of geology and the history of science.