The Geologic Story of Glacier National Park by James L. Dyson
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"The Geologic Story of Glacier National Park" by James L. Dyson is a scientific publication written in the mid-20th century. This book explores the geological history and features of Glacier National Park, shedding light on the processes that have shaped the landscape over millions of years. The text aims to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the geological formations visible in the park, emphasizing how these processes have contributed to its
natural beauty. In the book, Dyson details the various geological formations found within Glacier National Park, including the sedimentary rocks of the Belt series and the impact of glaciation during the Pleistocene epoch. He describes how sediment layers were deposited over time, the effects of tectonic movements that created the mountains, and the erosional forces that shaped the current landscape. Through illustrations and thorough explanations, Dyson brings to life the dynamic geological processes, such as erosion and volcanic activity, that have contributed to the park’s unique features. Ultimately, the book serves as both an educational resource and an invitation for readers to appreciate and explore the geologic wonders of Glacier National Park. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Dyson, James L. (James Lindsay), 1912-1967 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Geologic Story of Glacier National Park |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 58.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F721: United States local history: Rocky Mountains. Yellowstone National Park |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Glacier National Park (Mont.) |
| Subject | Geology -- Montana -- Glacier National Park |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59836 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59836-9 |
| Release Date | Jun 30, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 388 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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