The Geologic Formations of California: With Reconnaissance Geologic Map (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Perrin Smith

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331580799 ISBN 13: 9780331580792

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore California’s deep past through a detailed geologic map and a clear guide to its rock formations.

This book presents a comprehensive look at the geologic formations of California, accompanied by a reconnaissance map that helps readers understand how the state's rocks evolved from ancient times to the present. It surveys major rock types, their ages, and how they shape the landscape across coastal ranges, inland plains, and mountains.

The volume provides both descriptive geology and practical references, including discussions of batholiths in the Coast Ranges, granitic sands indicating ancient batholith extents, and various metamorphic and sedimentary units. It also covers petroleum-bearing formations and lists publications useful to researchers and students.

• Grounded descriptions of pre-Cambrian to Devonian formations and their characteristics
• Explanations of map symbols and how formations are shown on the reconnaissance map
• Context for California’s major mountain belts and batholiths
• Appendices and references that support further study

Ideal for readers seeking a solid, accessible overview of California’s geology, from students to researchers.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331580799
• ISBN 13: 9780331580792
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 74