Evolution of North America (Princeton Legacy Library), by Philip Burke King
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In revising his now classic work on the geology of North America, Philip B. King has devoted attention both to the new concepts of global tectonics and to new facts obtained from fieldwork in recent years. From its overview of the natural history of continents, to the sections describing the characteristics and history of each region, this remains a fundamental text on continental geology.
Originally published in 1977.
The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These paperback editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
Evolution of North America (Princeton Legacy Library), by Philip Burke King- Amazon Sales Rank: #4381176 in Books
- Published on: 2015-03-08
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 11.02" h x .46" w x 8.50" l, 1.13 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 216 pages
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. A trip through deep time By Richard M. Affleck I have to agree with oakshaman--this is one of the best books on the geologic evolution of North America that I've come across. First published in 1959, the edition that I own does not deal with plate tectonics (a subject that was hotly debated at the time, and generally not taken very seriously), so at least some of the continent-building forces that elude King have since been identified. Nonetheless, this book is still a wonderful introduction to the landforms of North America. As oakshaman notes, the maps and geologic cross-sections are particularly informative. Any books on the subject published since this volume came out build on the solid foundation that Philip B. King laid so many years ago.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A Geological Classic By Jay Gregg I read the first edition of Philip B. King's "The Evolution of North America" 38 years ago when I took a course in "Tectonics" from John W. Shelton as a graduate student at Oklahoma State University. I reread it in the second edition (which contains an outline of plate tectonics) a few years later while I was in industry. I reread the book again in 1990 when I was putting together a course in historical geology at University of Missouri-Rolla. I purchased copies for two of my children when they graduated (as newly minted geologists) from college. In my opinion this is the best written book on the subject of geology that has ever been published. Philip B. King was arguably the greatest field geologist of the 20th century and had a wealth of experience that he shares in a relaxed, conversational tone. The book reads like a novel; it is as though he is in the room talking to you! King's illustrations are classic and in some respects "fine art". I was told by geologists who knew him (unfortunately I never met Dr. King) that he would sit on outcrops for hours making sketches, many of which ended up as illustrations in this book. Even though the book is in many respects dated, it still contains a great wealth of observations and data that are as important today as they were 40 years ago. So if you are a geologist and have never read "The Evolution of North America", it is time that you did. If you are just an interested non-geologist, you will enjoy the book too. It does not require specialized training to read this book.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. It's an Excellent Book. And Brings Back Some Fond Memories. By Gary Peterson I'm now a retired Geology Professor from San Diego State University. I first started teaching in the mid 60s. In the early 70s inherited a senior-level course titled Geology of North America. The course was required for no one, but it always had a fairly good enrollment, especially with graduate students who claimed that it was just what they needed to do well on their Graduate Record Exam. I chose the textbook "The Evolution of North America (Hard Cover)," which was by far the best text around. Unfortunately, it had a flaw. This was almost exactly at the time when the Plate Tectonics Revolution was going through and the book was quickly out of date. Fortunately, P. B. King was able to revise it and bring all the nomenclature up to modern usage. The rocks or structure don't change but the names we apply change with the evolving concepts, and this was certainly the case with this book. But, the Revised Edition was every bit as good as the original edition and I got a new Paperback from the book sales representative in thanks for adopting it. Well, I was delighted it was still around and in print as it has been one of the finest geology textbooks I have ever known. It is clearly and plainly written and well illustrated. Look closely at a lot of the illustrations and you'll find they are hand drawn. I might add, they're drawn by P. B. King himself. It's an excellent book, and if you want another little nostalgic note, I turn the book over and look at the price printed on the back cover. It says $9.50 (at least it says that on my copy). I guess I should have bought a couple hundred and salted them away. Who would have ever thunk?Let me just conclude this review with a little story. Sometime about the early 70s, I was put in charge of our department's Visiting Speaker Series. So who does one ask to be a speaker? Well, not knowing any better, I went for the best (I might add that they're also the hardest to get.). I sent a letter to P. B. King at the U. S. Geological Survey in Menlo Park, California. He said he'd be delighted to come down and speak to our department and he wondered how I ever thought of him. That's really funny in that he was one of the biggest names in North American Geology. In any case, he agreed. On the day of his talk I had to go down to the airport and pick him up and I had no idea what he looked like. A whole series of images flashed through my mind and most of them visualized him as a distinguished-looking, gray-haired man in an expensive suit. I stood near the plane and watched and watched and I just couldn't spot any one. Finally, near the end of the 180 or so people getting off the plane, a smallish, somewhat scruffy man in a buckskin jacket, field boots and carrying a big roll of maps under his arm emerged. Quite obviously, it was P. B. King. I didn't even have to ask. In any case, he gave a wonderful talk and every one in the department appreciated his visit. As he departed, he again thanked me for the invitation and said that if I ever needed anything to do with the Geological Survey, he'd be happy to dip an oar in for me. Ah, yes. P. B. King. Enjoy the book.Gary Peterson
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