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The Face of the Earth: Vol. V Indexes and Maps

by Eduard Suess
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Book cover type: Hardcover
  • ISBN13: 9781025646978
  • Binding: Hardcover
  • Subject: N/A
  • Publisher: Tradd Street Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Tradd Street Press
  • Publication Date:
  • Pages: 200
  • Original Price: GBP 24.95
  • Language: English
  • Edition: N/A
  • Item Weight: 459 grams
  • BISAC Subject(s): Earth Sciences / Geology

"The Face of the Earth" is the definitive English translation of Eduard Suess's monumental scientific synthesis, a foundational text in the history of modern geology. In this fifth and final volume, the focus shifts to providing a comprehensive set of maps and an exhaustive index that consolidate the vast geographical and tectonic information presented throughout the previous volumes.

Eduard Suess's work revolutionized the field of earth sciences by offering a unified vision of the Earth's surface, introducing groundbreaking concepts such as the ancient supercontinent of Gondwanaland and the Tethys Ocean. This specific volume serves as an essential navigational tool for the entire series, allowing researchers and historians of science to trace the complex geological formations and structural movements Suess identified across the globe. Through meticulously drafted maps and detailed indexing, the work brings clarity to the intricate relationships between mountain ranges, oceans, and continental plates.

As a synthesis of nineteenth-century geological knowledge, "The Face of the Earth" remains a significant achievement in scientific literature. It offers unparalleled insight into the development of tectonic theory and the methodology of comparative geology. This volume is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to understand the structural evolution of our planet as perceived by one of the most influential geologists of the era.

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