Traditional interpretations of the American West have concentrated on the importance of its aridity to the region's cultural evolution and development. But the

Answering intriguing questions such as Why does the largest river system in North America meander across the middle of the continent? and How does such a system

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Huge mountain ranges and vast uninhabited areas characterize the Mountain West. The region is home to several dense urban centers, but there is enough space bet

For general readers or seasoned geologists, Fire Mountains of the West begins with an introduction to volcanoes, the processes that create them, and the glacier