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Parks and Plates: The Geology of Our National Parks, Monuments, and Seashores

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Parks and Plates: The Geology of Our National Parks, Monuments and Seashores clearly and concisely describes the geological processes which formed the most spectacular, familiar and beloved landscapes in America. Balancing the fast-moving text are richly illustrated explanations of geological ideas and terminology and helpful color photographs depicting specific examples. The author identifies which parks reflect which geological forces leaving the reader with a desire to pack up and visit each park.

This is a truly wonderful field guide to the tectonic evidence provided in our national parks. Organized by type of boundary (active vs. passive margins, rift zones, subduction zones, etc.), each section features a map showing the location of the relevant parks. The best features are the photographs on which explanatory diagrams are overlaid, illustrating sedimentary, volcanic, and metamorphosized deposits; like having a geologist at your elbow pointing them out. Can't wait to get out West to use it, although there are also a lot of Eastern features explored.