Synopsis "Ancient Landscapes of the Grand Canyon Region (in English)"
Ancient Landscapes Of The Grand Canyon Region is a comprehensive guidebook that explores the geological history of the Grand Canyon region. Written by Edwin Dinwiddie McKee, a renowned geologist, the book takes readers on a journey through time, tracing the evolution of the landscape from its earliest formation to the present day.The book is divided into three main sections. The first section provides an overview of the geological history of the region, including the formation of the Grand Canyon and the surrounding landscape. The second section focuses on the various rock formations that can be found in the area, including the Vishnu Basement Rocks, the Supai Group, and the Kaibab Formation. The third section explores the various landforms and features that can be found in the region, including waterfalls, caves, and canyons.Throughout the book, McKee provides detailed descriptions and explanations of the various geological processes that have shaped the landscape over millions of years. He also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the various landforms and features.Ancient Landscapes Of The Grand Canyon Region is an essential resource for anyone interested in the geology of the Grand Canyon and the surrounding area. Whether you are a geologist, a hiker, or simply a curious traveler, this book provides a wealth of information and insight into one of the most fascinating landscapes on Earth.The Geology Of Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Petrified Forest, And Painted Desert.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.
