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Roadside Geology of Northern and Central California

by David Alt

California’s geology, mapped along the road

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California’s geology, mapped along the road

David Alt’s guide connects Northern and Central California’s landscapes with the geological forces and history behind them. Full-color photographs showcase the region’s varied rocks, while road maps based on the 2010 Geologic Map of California help place the geology in a geographic context. This second edition updates coverage of the Klamath Mountains, Modoc Plateau, and northern Sierra Nevada, areas the description identifies as geologically complex. Its combination of regional information, maps, and visual examples makes geology something to follow across a journey through the state.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Travelers interested in the geology of Northern and Central California
  • Readers seeking a guide to regional rock formations and geological history
  • Road trippers who value maps and geological photographs

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California geologyGeological historyRegional maps and landscapes

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Book overview

California's geology makes headlines when faults shift, volcanoes puff steam, and coastal bluffs fall into the sea. The latest edition of this popular book explores the state's recent rumblings and tremulous past with the aid of full color illustrations. Spectacular photographs showcase multihued rock, from red chert and green serpentinite to blue schist and gray granite. The color geologic road maps, based on the 2010 Geologic Map of California, are detailed and easy to read. The geologic information, particularly for the Klamath Mountains, Modoc Plateau, and northern Sierra Nevada, has been updated to reflect the more recent geologic understanding of these complex areas. For your next road trip, replace your tattered, dog-eared copy of the old edition with this gorgeous new volume.
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