The Cretaceous Rocks of Britain, Vol. 3: The Upper Chalk of England (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

A. J. Jukes-Browne

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0666192189 ISBN 13: 9780666192189

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Discover the story of England’s Upper Chalk: a detailed, region‑by‑region解study that unlocks the formation’s history, fossils, and practical significance.

This volume presents a comprehensive account of the Upper Chalk, outlining its subdivision into zones, describing the fossils that reveal life in the Chalk Sea, and explaining how the rock fits into the wider Cretaceous picture. It also collects scales of regional descriptions, illustrations, and a core list of fossils to guide future researchers and students.

• Learn how scientists subdivide the Upper Chalk into zones and what each zone reveals about past environments.
• Explore the fossil inventory, including key species and their zonal ranges, with illustrated references.
• See how the Chalk’s microstructure and chemical makeup contribute to its strength, color, and calcareous nature.
• Understand the Chalk’s practical importance, from building materials to the water supplies of chalk districts.

Ideal for students of geology, paleontology, and regional historians, and for readers seeking a solid, field‑ready overview of England’s White Chalk and its significance.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0666192189
• ISBN 13: 9780666192189
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 581