Geology of the North Cascades: A Mountain Mosaic
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| Rating | : | 4.20 (560 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0898866235 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 143 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-02 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Beginning with a summary of the geologic history of the North Cascades, the first section also offers the novice a primer on geologic terms and processes. Abundantly illustrated and complete with geologic map and detailed shaded relief map showing roads, trails, and points of interest. The second section covers 150 points of geologic interest organized by the major rivers of the range and arranged along roads and trails. Here, authors Tabor and Haugerud reveal that the spectacular scenery of these mountains is matched by equally spectacular geology. Written for the non-geologist but also of interest to the trained earth-scientist wanting an overview of this complex region. Composed of everything from volcanic island arcs and deep ocean sediments, to parts of old continents and even pieces of the deep
A fine new book about the North Cascades in Washington State This superb book is a guide to the geology and natural history of the North Cascades-a wild, nearly roadless mountain range in northern Washington State. The book is not only an indispensable visitors' guide that describes key viewpoints and outcrop features along roads and trails in the region, but also explains to the no. "Magnificant!" according to James Champa. This book is without a doubt the best non-technical description you will find on the geologic/tectonic evolution of the North Cascades of Washington State, and I am certain it will remain so for several years. The information presented in this book is synthesized from more than a century of field work conducted by numerous. JBJ said An ok read. More of a hikers guide to. An ok read. More of a hikers guide to geology.
. Rowland Tabor and Ralph Haugerud are geologists with the US Geological Survey and have extensive experience mapping the geology of the Pacific Northwest. They have published many scientific papers on North Cascade geology, and Tabor is the author of several popular guide books, including the Geology of Olympic
Only geologists who have spent their careers actually in the field and love the field as these authors do could write this incomparably useful and beautiful book. -- Seattle Post-IntelligencerUnparalled insight into the origins of one of the most complex and exciting geological areas in the world. A must for anyone interested in the land around them.(Everett (WA) Herald) -- Everett (WA) Herald)This guide is a welcome edition to any hiker's library It's a handy book to keep in the car or carry in your pack when hiking trails of geological interest in the North Cascades. --Choice Magazine