The Rise and Fall of the Southern Alps
By (Author) Glen Coates
By (author) Geoffrey Cox
Canterbury University Press
Canterbury University Press
30th November 2002
New edition
New Zealand
General
Non Fiction
The Earth: natural history: general interest
551.43209937
Paperback
150
Width 210mm, Height 280mm
In this new book, geologist Glen Coates tells how the alps were formed from ancient marine sediments, how they were uplifted to become mountains, and how they are being eroded down to produce the spectacular landscape seen today in the South Island. Non-technical language, copious illustrations and artwork result in a book that will fascinate all who take an interest in their landscape and heritage.