McKirdy, Alan
The Outer Hebrides: Landscapes in Stone
- ISBN 13:
- 9781780275093
- author:
- McKirdy, Alan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Birlinn Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 48
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 17 x 0.5 centimetres (0.18
- Genre:
- Science, Earth Sciences, Geology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Outer Hebrides Landscapes in Stone by Alan McKirdy explores the unique geological history of Scotland's remote archipelago. This book delves into the formation of the islands, tracing their journey through time and across the globe. The islands of Lewis, Harris, the Uists, and Barra are characterized by diverse landscapes shaped from ancient rocks - Lewisian gneiss, some of the oldest in Britain. McKirdy examines these features, alongside volcanic rocks that form the outposts of Rockall, St Kilda, and the Shiants. Through his exploration, McKirdy sheds light on the extraordinary geological story of this remarkable region, where contrasting landscapes meet to reveal a shared history.
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