Arizona Rocks: A Guide to Geologic Sites in the Grand Canyon State - Softcover

Bryan, T. Scott

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0878425985 ISBN 13: 9780878425983

Publisher: Mountain Press, 2013

Synopsis

Arizona is a geologist s playground, with a scientifically intriguing story behind every rocky outcrop, dry playa, and sparkling spring. Arizona Rocks! tells the stories of 44 of the best geologic sites in the state. Not only will you learn about well-known places, such as Barringer Meteorite Crater and Petrified Forest National Park, you ll also discover lesser-known sites, including Hopi Buttes, which formed from steam-driven explosions; Peridot Mesa, where gemstones from the Earth s interior are found; and Montezuma Well, a limestone sinkhole with a perennial supply of water. Ample color photographs compliment the text, and maps help get you where you need to be. Arizona Rocks! is the second book in the state-by-state Geology Rocks! series, which introduces readers to some of the most compelling and accessible geologic sites in each state.

About this title

About the Author:

T. Scott Bryan received a BS in geology at San Diego State University (1972) and a MS in geology at the University of Montana (1974). He worked for the National Park Service as a mining geologist in Death Valley National Monument and also held positions with Glacier National Park, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Los Angeles Field Office, and Yellowstone National Park. He retired from Victor Valley Community College in Victorville, California, as emeritus professor of geology, astronomy, and physical science, and as director of the college planetarium. Scott is the author of The Geysers of Yellowstone and The Explorer s Guide to Death Valley National Park, published by the University Press of Colorado, and Geysers: What They Are and How They Work, published by Mountain Press Publishing Company.

Review:

Bryan, a former mining geologist with the National Park Service, identifies 44 sites of geological interest in Arizona and offers tips on visiting the monuments and parks. Numerous color photographs and maps illustrate rock formations, mineral deposits, fossils, mine pits, and roads for accessing the locations. Recommended for public library collections and adventurous tourists. --Reference Research Book News April 2013

About this edition

• Publisher: Mountain Press
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0878425985
• ISBN 13: 9780878425983
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112