Mountains By Peter Aleshire, Geoffrey H. Nash

Mountains By Peter Aleshire, Geoffrey H. Nash
2008 | 169 Pages | ISBN: 0816059187 | PDF | 18 MB
This book takes readers on a globe-spanning tour of dramatic mountain formations, from block mountains to volcanic sea mountains to high-altitude-landform "sky islands." The direct text invites attention to the complexity of these peaks, their changing nature, and related environmental issues. Enhanced with resources for further investigation, "Mountains" also includes a collection of vivid photographs and line illustrations, as well as a stunning eight-page, full-color insert, sure to catch the browser's eye.