This manual provides comprehensive guidance for the Roadside Geology of Georgia, a detailed exploration of the Peach State's diverse geological landscapes. Authored by Pamela Gore and William Witherspoon, this publication offers 35 road guides, richly illustrated with over 250 color photographs, maps, and figures. It delves into the fascinating geological formations, from the coastal barrier islands to the sandstone ridges of the northwest, highlighting unique sites such as the ruins of Dungeness on Cumberland Island, the granite monolith of Stone Mountain, the majestic Amicalola Falls in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the deep Tallulah Gorge, and the expansive Okefenokee Swamp. The book aims to uncover the billion-year history of Georgia's terrain through engaging prose and meticulous detail, making geological discoveries accessible to enthusiasts and travelers alike.
The purpose of this manual is to serve as an authoritative resource for understanding and appreciating the geological significance of Georgia. It covers a wide array of topics, including detailed descriptions of geological sites, explanations of mineral compositions, and insights into the formation processes of various landforms. The manual is designed for geologists, students, and anyone interested in the Earth sciences and travel, offering a unique perspective on the natural heritage of the region. By providing in-depth information and visual aids, it facilitates a deeper connection with the environment, encouraging exploration and learning about the underlying geological stories that shape Georgia's landscape.
Ride along with geologists Pamela Gore and Bill Witherspoon on this extraordinary tour of the Peach State's varied terrain. In 35 detailed and densely illustrated road guides, the authors examine Georgia's fascinating geology and reveal the stories that lie beneath the surface. You'll be amazed at Georgia's geological diversity, from its shifting barrier islands along the coast to the sandstone ridges in its northwest corner. At the Cumberland Island National Seashore you'll find the ruins of Dungeness, the once-magnificent Carnegie estate built of local mineral resources, and encounter wild horses grazing among windswept dunes. In Atlanta, the white whaleback of granite called Stone Mountain will impress you with its protruding "cat's paw" minerals and stony layers that are sloughing off like the layers of an onion. In the Blue Ridge Mountains you can witness Amicalola Falls, one of the highest cascading waterfalls east of the Mississippi River, and Tallulah Gorge, one the deepest gorges in the eastern United States. And in the iconic Okefenokee Swamp of south Georgia, you'll wade through the gator-filled blackwater of one of the largest wetlands in North America. With its engaging prose and 250-plus color photos, maps, and figures, Roadside Geology of Georgia takes you beyond the rocks to unearth the billion-year history of the Empire State of the South.
Author: Gore, Pamela J. W.
Author: Witherspoon, William
Publisher: Mountain Press Publishing Company
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Roadside Geology of Georgia
Pages: 00360 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2014-03-07
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780878426218
Category: Science : Earth Sciences - Geology
Category: Travel : United States - South - South Atlantic (General)
Category: Nature : General
Ride along with geologists Pamela Gore and Bill Witherspoon on this extraordinary tour of the Peach State's varied terrain. In 35 detailed and densely illustrated road guides, the authors examine Georgia's fascinating geology and reveal the stories that lie beneath the surface. You'll be amazed at Georgia's geological diversity, from its shifting barrier islands along the coast to the sandstone ridges in its northwest corner. At the Cumberland Island National Seashore you'll find the ruins of Dungeness, the once-magnificent Carnegie estate built of local mineral resources, and encounter wild horses grazing among windswept dunes. In Atlanta, the white whaleback of granite called Stone Mountain will impress you with its protruding "cat's paw" minerals and stony layers that are sloughing off like the layers of an onion. In the Blue Ridge Mountains you can witness Amicalola Falls, one of the highest cascading waterfalls east of the Mississippi River, and Tallulah Gorge, one the deepest gorges in the eastern United States. And in the iconic Okefenokee Swamp of south Georgia, you'll wade through the gator-filled blackwater of one of the largest wetlands in North America. With its engaging prose and 250-plus color photos, maps, and figures, Roadside Geology of Georgia takes you beyond the rocks to unearth the billion-year history of the Empire State of the South.
Author: Gore, Pamela J. W.
Author: Witherspoon, William
Publisher: Mountain Press Publishing Company
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Roadside Geology of Georgia
Pages: 00360 (Encrypted EPUB)
On Sale: 2014-03-07
SKU-13/ISBN: 9780878426218
Category: Science : Earth Sciences - Geology
Category: Travel : United States - South - South Atlantic (General)
Category: Nature : General
