The West Highlands and the Hebrides

Download or read book The West Highlands and the Hebrides written by Alfred Harker and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015-12-03 with total page 157 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published in 1941, this book presents a guide to the geology of the West Highlands and the Hebrides. Aimed at the general reader, it begins with a brief discussion of types of rock before moving through different regions discussing their geological characteristics. The text was written by the renowned British geologist Alfred Harker (1859-1939) and published posthumously. It reflects his extensive knowledge of western Scotland, gained through numerous studies and surveys carried out in the area. A glossary of geological terms, minerals and rocks is included. Illustrative figures are incorporated throughout. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the landscape of Scotland and the history of geology.