The breathtaking landscapes of America's national parks reveal the processes
that shape our planet.
Many of our national parks, monuments, and seashores were established because
of their inspiring geological features. The geysers of Yellowstone, the volcanoes
of Hawaii, and the granite peaks of Yosemite bear witness to the "national
park idea" as one of our country's greatest contributions to society. Parks
and Plates explains the fascinating geological processes that formed
the mountain ranges, volcanoes, shorelines, and other dramatic landscapes of
America's national treasures.
Robert J. Lillie, a gifted teacher and expert on park geology, takes a unique
approach to the subject. By structuring each section of Parks and Plates around
major geological features, Lillie highlights geologic patterns across many
different parks. He explains these fascinating landforms using examples from
over 100 park sites to introduce and illustrate plate tectonics, a simple yet
eloquent way to visualize geological processes. Lavishly illustrated throughout
with full color photographs, diagrams, and maps, Parks and Plates will
enrich the National Park experience for curious travelers and armchair explorers
alike. 336 full-color illustrations |
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