9781528405508 - The University Geological Survey of Kansas, Vol. 4: Conducted Under Authority of the Board of Regents of the University of Kansas; Paleontology; Part I., Upper Cret... (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 is a historical review of the Upper Cretaceous period as evidenced by Kansas paleontology. The author, a veteran geologist, presents a comprehensive overview of the state's Cretaceous formations, including their discovery and mapping. It provides readers with an accessible and engaging introduction to the Upper Cretaceous period, its significance for understanding the Earth's history, and the rich fossil record of Kansas. Thematic depth includes discussions of the regionâs unique geological formations and the diversity of life that inhabited them during the Cretaceous period, with special attention to fossil discoveries that shed light on the evolution and ecology of marine reptiles and the emergence of birds. The book's insights into this period contribute to our understanding of the Earth's geological history and the processes that have shaped life on our planet. 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.