Geology of Ireland: A Field Guide
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (680 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1848891660 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-12-15 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
'The joy of the book is in the field trips.' Irish Mountain Log 'Excellent introduction to geology for the amateur and also a good refresher for the practicing geologist.' Institute of Geologists of Ireland newsletter 'Marvellous - an excellent book.' OUGS Journal 'Excellent and easily understood overview.' MountainViews
This history includes almost all types of geological settings, including sedimentary basins, shallow tropical seas, high mountain ranges, and active volcanoes. The rocks that make up the island offer a unique window into a two-billion-year history. Ireland is endowed with a spectacular variety of geology. Sixteen field areas are described, showing how to venture into the field to explore the classic sites of Irish geology.
R. Scott said Ireland Travel Gem. I purchased this book before traveling to Ireland because the locality guides to the Geo sites in Ireland seemed too elementary. I didn't purchase the book for a detailed study, but more for a tour guide with an educational focus. I did not simply want to see rolling green hills when I visited Ireland. I had to know what was under those hills. I had less than two weeks but was able to see several locations described in the book. Maybe my children weren't able to find little people, but with the help of this field guide, they saw . Vincent P. Amy said Must reading for any geologist/hobbyist interested in Ireland. Well written.Great photographyAppears to be primarily for the geologist, but anyone with an interest in Ireland and the subject will benefit, even for those who won't be going out in countryside on field tripsExcellent guidance for those who will.
Dr Ivor MacCarthy and Dr Alistair Allen are retired lecturers in Geology at University College Cork. Ken Higgs lecture in Geology at University College Cork. . Ken Higgs is Associate Professor of Geology at University College Cork. Dr Pat Meere, Dr John Reavy and Prof