Grand Canyon Geology

Grand Canyon Geology

Author: Stanley S. Beus

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 456

ISBN-13:

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This second edition of the leading book on Grand Canyon geology contains the most recent discoveries and interpretations of the origin and history of the canyon. It includes two entirely new chapters: one on debris flow in the Canyon and one on Holocene deposits in the canyon. All chapters have been updated where necessary and all photographs have been replaced or re-screened for better resolution. Written by acknowledged experts in stratigraphy, paleontology, structural geology, geomorphology, volcanism, and seismology, this book offers a wealth of information for students, geologists, and general readers interested in acquiring an understanding of the geological history of this great natural wonder.


An Introduction to Grand Canyon Geology

An Introduction to Grand Canyon Geology

Author: L. Greer Price

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 76

ISBN-13:

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Perfect for the first-time visitor or the seasoned traveler. Includes sections on the geologic records, regional geology, plate tectonies and the Colorado River.


Hiking Grand Canyon's Geology

Hiking Grand Canyon's Geology

Author: Terri Cook

Publisher: The Mountaineers Books

Published: 2003-12-15

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 1594851891

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* Part of the popular Hiking Geology series * Appendices cover additional geologic information for the non-geologist * Everything needed to plan the trip, including information about permits, lodging and camping, mule rides, and recommended day trips Etched on the Grand Canyon's steep walls are stories of how this majestic landscape came to be: volcanic islands, stark deserts, and tranquil seas come and gone, and histories of plants and animals that have made this place their home. You'll see this story up close on the trail with the help of Hiking the Grand Canyon's Geology. In eighteen excursions, there's something for everyone-from the most popular rim-to-river trails (Havasu Canyon Trail) to gentle, half-day rim walks (Red Butte Trail) to rugged and remote multi-day backpack trips (Lava Falls Route). Geologists Lon Abbott and Teri Cook both teach at Prescott College in Prescott, Arizona, where they lead hiking trips to study geology in the field.


Anatomy of the Grand Canyon

Anatomy of the Grand Canyon

Author: William Kenneth Hamblin

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13:

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The experience of seeing the Grand Canyon is difficult to describe but impossible to forget. Some people are content to see the massive chasm from a viewpoint along the rim; others want to see it from end to end and understand the natural processes that shaped this one-of-a-kind spectacle. It is for the latter that this book has been prepared. Anatomy of the Grand Canyon is not a geology textbook encumbered with language unintelligible to the average reader. Rather, it is a visual tour from the canyon's rims, the Colorado River, and the air; from the beginning of the Grand Canyon at Lees Ferry, to its conclusion 277 miles downstream at the Grand Wash Cliffs. Though the panoramic photographs are magnificent, their higher purpose is to show important geologic information. Supported by text, diagrams, and maps that are easy to understand, these photographs tell an amazing story. Author-photographer W. Kenneth Hamblin has packed a lifetime of geologic study into a volume that is at once inspiring and instructive, and has given the reader access to the Grand Canyon's most intriguing secrets. For them, the thrill of discovery awaits.


Ancient Landscapes of the Colorado Plateau

Ancient Landscapes of the Colorado Plateau

Author: Ronald C. Blakey

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13:

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Imagine seeing the varied landscapes of the earth as they used to look throughout hundreds of millions of years of earth history. Tropical seas lap on the shores of an Arizona beach. Immense sand dunes shift and swirl in Sahara-like deserts in Utah and New Mexico. Ancient rivers spill from a mountain range in Colorado that was a precursor to the modern Rockies. Such flights of geologic fancy are now tangible through the thought-provoking and beautiful paleogeographic maps, reminiscent of the maps in world atlases we all paged through as children, of Ancient Landscapes of the Colorado Plateau.Ron Blakey of Northern Arizona University is one of the world's foremost authorities on the geologic history of the Colorado Plateau. For more than fifteen years, he has meticulously created maps that show how numerous past landscapes gave rise to the region's stunning geologic formations. Ancient Landscapes of the Colorado Plateau is the first book to showcase Blakey's remarkable work. His maps are accompanied by text by Wayne Ranney, geologist and award-winning author of Carving Grand Canyon. Ranney takes readers on a fascinating tour of the many landscapes depicted in the maps, and Blakey and Ranney's fruitful collaboration brings the past alive like never before.Features: More than 70 state-of-the-art paleogeographic maps of the region and of the world, developed over many years of geologic research Detailed yet accessible text that covers the geology of the plateau in a way nongeologists can appreciate More than 100 full-color photographs, diagrams, and illustrations A detailed guide of where to go to see the spectacular rocks of the region


Tertiary History of the Grand Ca–on District

Tertiary History of the Grand Ca–on District

Author: Clarence Edward Dutton

Publisher: University of Arizona Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 9780816521814

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The classic geological study of the Grand Canyon, commissioned by the fledgling U.S. Geological Survey, is admired today as much for its literary qualities as for its scientific value.


The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon

Author: Wayne Ranney

Publisher:

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780825444210

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-Could the Grand Canyon's rock layers have formed in a single year of Noah's flood?-Why are there no dinosaur, bird or mammal fossils in the canyon's layers?-How do we know that radiometric dating methods are reliable?-How can we tell what happened in the unobserved past?-How long did it take to carve out the canyon?-Is Young Earth Creationism really biblical?Learn the answers to these questions and more to understand how the Grand Canyon testifies to an old earth. Insights from top geologists, highlighted by stunning photographs, provide a memorable guide to these ancient wonders of creation.


Scenic Science of the National Parks

Scenic Science of the National Parks

Author: Emily Hoff

Publisher: Ten Speed Press

Published: 2020-03-31

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 1984856316

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Explore the fascinating science behind the national parks in this charming illustrated guide. The national parks are some of the most beloved, visited, and biodiverse places on Earth. They're also scientific playgrounds where you can learn about plants, animals, and our planet's coolest geological features firsthand. Scenic Science of the National Parks curates and breaks down the compelling and offbeat natural science highlights of each park, from volcanic activity, glaciers, and coral reefs to ancient redwood groves, herds of bison, giant bats, and beyond. Featuring full-color illustrations, information on the history and notable features of each park, and insider tips on how to get the most out of your visit, this delightful book is the perfect addition to any park lover's collection.