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Geology and Landscape of Michigan's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Vicinity (Great Lakes Books),New
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Michigan's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore was established in 1966 to preserve one of the most exquisite freshwater coastal landscapes in North America. Located between Munising and Grand Marais on Lake Superior, the rugged coastline is anchored by the Pictured Rocks cliffssoaring sandstone fortresses awash with natural pink, green, and brown pigments. While the Pictured Rocks' geologic history is generally well understood by scientists, much of this information is scattered among different sources and not easily accessible to general readers. In Geology and Landscape of Michigan's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Vicinity, William L. Blewett synthesizes published and unpublished information on the park's geologic history and combines it with vivid color photographs, detailed maps, and diagrams of the area.Blewett examines the history and geology of the very ancient Precambrian, Cambrian, and Ordovician components of the Pictured Rocks dating back hundreds of millions of years, as well as the much younger unconsolidated Pleistocene (ice age) and Holocene (warm period since the ice age, including the modern landscape) sediments mantling the bedrock, most of which are no older than 12,000 years. He also details the history of the Lake Superior basin, tracing the events that shaped the modern shoreline from ancient times. For visitors to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Blewett has provided a detailed mileagereferenced road log to guide readers to the best and most accessible field sites, and, for the more adventurous, includes a day hike keyed to the geology. A comprehensive bibliography and index are also included at the end of the book for further research.While it assumes an understanding of basic geologic principles, the volume is very readable and suitable for students, interested park visitors, and geologists, physical geographers, and those working in closely related fields such as archaeology, biology, ecology, and environmental science.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Geology and Landscape of Michigan's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Vicinity'? A: The book focuses on the geology and landscape of Michigan's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, exploring its geologic history, features, and the ancient rock formations present in the area.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is William L. Blewett, who synthesizes various sources of information regarding the geology and landscape of the Pictured Rocks.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 200 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in geology? A: Yes, while it assumes some understanding of basic geologic principles, the book is written to be accessible for students and interested readers.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Geology and Landscape of Michigan's Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and Vicinity' published? A: The book was published on March 15, 2012.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: Yes, the book includes vivid color photographs, detailed maps, and diagrams to enhance the reader's understanding of the Pictured Rocks.
- Q: Are there any field guides included in the book? A: Yes, the author provides a detailed mileage-referenced road log to guide readers to the best accessible field sites in the area.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book's bibliography? A: The bibliography includes comprehensive references for further research on the geology and history of the Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore.
- Q: Is this book only for geologists, or can it be enjoyed by general readers? A: The book is suitable for a wide audience, including park visitors, students, and professionals in related fields such as archaeology and ecology.