Alan McKirdy

Set in Stone: The Geology and Landscapes of Scotland

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ISBN 13:
9781780271514
author:
Alan McKirdy
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Birlinn Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2015
Pages:
96
Dimensions:
23 x 1 x 16.7 cm
Genre:
Science & Nature, Earth Sciences & Geography, Education
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£9.99

Description

Scotland's geological journey spans 3,000 million years, from near the South Pole to its current position. Continental collisions have shaped the Highlands into mountain belts as high as the present-day Himalayas. This book explores Scotland's amazing geological history, explaining why the landscape looks the way it does today. Alan McKirdy examines how climate change has dramatically altered Scotland over billions of years, from the Ice Age to scorching heat, and how this has influenced the development of geology in the region. The author also highlights the significant contributions Scots have made to understanding Earth processes at a local and global scale. By tracing Scotland's geological journey, McKirdy provides a unique perspective on the country's landscape and its fascinating history.

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