Geology of the Point Reyes Peninsula, Marin County, California

Lingua: inglese

Editore: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating geological journey to a unique triangle of land jutting into the Pacific Ocean ââ â the Point Reyes Peninsula. This book unravels the fascinating history etched into the rocks, beaches, and cliffs of this picturesque region, offering both seasoned geologists and curious explorers a deeper understanding of its formation. The author delves into the peninsula's diverse landscapes, from the high, forested Inverness Ridge to the windswept Point Reyes Beach and the dramatic cliffs of Drake's Bay. Discover the ancient metamorphic rocks, remnants of a time before the intrusion of the granitic backbone that now forms the core of the peninsula. Explore the younger sedimentary layers, including the Monterey Shale and the Drakes Bay Formation, which reveal millions of years of changing seascapes and tectonic movements. The narrative takes you through the powerful forces that shaped the peninsula, including the ever-present San Andreas Fault, a zone of constant geological activity. Learn about the evidence of past earthquakes, the slow creep of the land, and the dramatic consequences of these movements on the landscape. This book not only describes the geological features but also delves into the ecological tapestry of the region, with insights into the unique flora that thrives in this dynamic environment. Ultimately, this book offers a profound appreciation for the intricate interplay of geological forces, time, and life that have sculpted the Point Reyes Peninsula into the captivating landscape it is today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.…

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Titolo
Geology of the Point Reyes Peninsula, Marin County, California
Autore
Alan J. Galloway
Editore
Forgotten Books
Anno di pubblicazione
2018
Condizione
New
Tipo di libro
print-on-demand item
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Paperback
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 10
1330343786
ISBN 13
9781330343784
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Forgotten Books’ Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the quality of the aged text.

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