Carving Grand Canyon : evidence, theories, and mystery /

Carving Grand Canyon provides a synopsis of the intriguing ideas and innovative theories that geologists have developed over time. This story of a fascinating landscape is told in an engaging style that nonscientists will find inviting. The story?s end, however, remains a mystery yet to be solved. -...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Ranney, Wayne
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Grand Canyon, AZ : Grand Canyon Association, ©2005.
Edition:1st ed.
Subjects:
Table of Contents:
  • The enigma of Grand Canyon
  • The physical setting
  • How rivers carve canyons
  • The history of geologic ideas
  • Landscape evolution
  • Summary.