{"product_id":"b00jvoq28k","title":"Geology of the Alps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alps, with their outstanding outcrop conditions, represent a superb natural laboratory for many geological processes, and have played a crucial role in the history of geology. This book gives an up-to-date and holistic overview of the key aspects of Alpine geology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter a brief presentation of the plate tectonic framework, the rock suites are discussed, starting with the pre-Triassic crystalline basement, followed by Paleozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic sedimentary sequences. The lithological description of the rock types is supplemented by a discussion of their paleogeographic and plate tectonic contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book goes on to describe the structure of the Alps (including the Jura Mountains and the Alpine foreland to the north and south) illustrated by numerous cross-sections. The evolution of the Alps as a mountain chain incorporates a discussion of the Alpine metamorphic history and a compilation of orogenic timetables. The final sections cover the evolution of Alpine drainage patterns and the region’s glacial history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReadership : The book is essential reading for students and lecturers on Alpine courses and excursions, and all earth-scientists interested in the geology of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANT","offers":[{"title":"Ebook","offer_id":54230183870827,"sku":"YSL25378","price":67.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/1674\/0203\/files\/51iNHajl6DL._SY1500.jpg?v=1792831444","url":"https:\/\/www.booktavero.com\/products\/b00jvoq28k","provider":"BookTavero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}