Smith, Alan
Lakeland Rocks
- ISBN 13:
- 9781785006517
- author:
- Smith, Alan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- The Crowood Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 23.5 x 16.5 x 1.2 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Earth Sciences, Geology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Lake District's unique landscape is shaped by its geology. A vast array of rocks, including those found in nearly 200 color illustrations, helps determine the shape and appearance of the fells and dales. This guide explains the main types of rock, characterizing over 60 common rocks, and describes their use in local buildings and how they are still quarried today. It also highlights the importance of these rocks to the local economy. The book provides a detailed understanding of the region's geology, making it an ideal resource for anyone interested in the science behind the Lake District's distinctive landscape.
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