Geology of Colorado Illustrated [Paperback]

Dell R. Foutz (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1994

8.5x11 in. with over 360 blk & wh illustrations,including photos, maps and sketches. The book is intended to teach basic geology, using Colorado examples, to the tourist and/or college freshman. The first 21 pages introduce rocks, minerals and basic terms of geology. Other chapters deal with specific areas of Colorado, such as Denver Basin, San Luis Valley, San Juan Mts. etc. Detailed index. 4800 already sold. A textbook at Mesa State College 5 years.

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Many compliments from students and others about the easy, informative style of writing. Very interesting, not overwhelming in technical geologic jargon. Colorful cover photo lures the reader to sample the text. Black and white format keeps the cost down. -- What People Are Saying

About the Author

Ph.D 1966 Washington State U. MS BYU 1960, BS BYU 1955 Retired professor of geology at Mesa State College, Grand Jct. CO Taught 25 years; oil geologist with Exxon 7 yrs., consulted in oil shale, placer gold and uranium USAF pilot, built a home-built airplane

Product Details

• Paperback: 181 pages
• Publisher: Your Geologist (January 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096405230X
• ISBN-13: 978-0964052307
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,276,336 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)