Isbn: 9781333759827 - the building of an island: being a sketch of the geological structure of the danish west indian island of st. croix, or santa cruz (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the origin and geological structure of the Danish West Indies island of Saint Croix, or Santa Cruz, uncovering its unique features and their significance within its broader geological context. The author, a former inspector of schools in the Danish West Indies, employs clear language and illustrations to explain the formation of the island's two prominent rock formations, providing valuable insights into the processes that shaped it over millions of years. The book explores the island's composition, focusing on the limestone and marl formations that characterize much of its surface, and analyzes their origins and the contributions of various organisms to their composition. This in-depth examination contributes to a greater understanding of the geological history of Saint Croix and its place within the region's geological framework. 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. print-on-demand item.…