ISBN: 9781334479106 - route near the thirty-second parallel, from the red river to the rio grande, explored by bvt. capt. john pope, top. engineers, in 1854: report on the ... from the collection of notes of capt. pop (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a fascinating journey through the American Southwest in the mid-19th century. The author, a geologist, meticulously documents his observations and discoveries while accompanying Captain John Pope on an expedition to explore a potential route for a transcontinental railroad. The book delves into the geological formations of the region, focusing on the Llano Estacado, a vast, elevated plateau, and the surrounding mountain ranges. The author provides detailed descriptions of the landscape, the types of rock formations found, and the unique natural features of the area, including the mysterious ââ Å"natural tanksââ  that provide water sources in the arid environment. The bookââ â¢s insights into the geology of this region are particularly significant, as they contribute to the broader understanding of the American West, its natural resources, and its potential for development. The author's observations on the Llano Estacado and its unique gypsum deposits, for instance, offer a compelling glimpse into the complex geological history of the area, a history that would continue to shape the development of the region for decades to come. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…