Geology of U.S. Parklands

Geology of U.S. Parklands

A fascinating and accessible introduction to the principles of physical and historical geology.

For the millions who visit them each year, U.S. national parklands offer a glittering spectacle of natural wonders. But beyond the spectacular scenery, these national treasures have a much bigger, more awe-inspiring tale to tell--a sprawling story of upheaval and transformation, involving forces and time-spans almost beyond imagining. The purpose of this book is to provide you with the knowledge you need to read and interpret that story, and to make visits to the parklands even more special. Requiring no prior familiarity with the geological sciences, this region-by-region exploration of the U.S. parklands teaches the principles of physical and historical geology by example. It begins with a general introduction to all important concepts, terms, and principles. In the chapters that follow, the authors take you on a tour through the geological regions of the United States. Beginning with Hawaii and the Pacific borderlands and moving progressively eastward to the Appalachian Mountains and the coastal plains of the East Coast, they provide you with a geologist's-eye view of the landforms, mountains, and bodies of water encountered in over 70 national parks and monuments, and tell the fascinating story of their evolution. Lavishly illustrated with nearly 300 stunning photographs and maps and featuring greatly expanded coverage of the geological story, history, and culture of U.S. parks and monuments, this new edition of Dr. David Harris's classic text is an ideal introduction to the principles of geology for students and nature enthusiasts alike.
Country USA
Binding Hardcover
EAN 9780471332183
Edition 5
ISBN 0471332186
Label Wiley
Manufacturer Wiley
NumberOfItems 1
NumberOfPages 912
PublicationDate 1999-06-15
Publisher Wiley
Studio Wiley
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Binding	Hardcover
EAN	9780471332183
Edition	5
ISBN	0471332186
Label	Wiley
Manufacturer	Wiley
NumberOfItems	1
NumberOfPages	912
PublicationDate	1999-06-15
Publisher	Wiley
Studio	Wiley
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

Geology of U.S. Parklands

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