Dura Den: A Monograph Of The Yellow Sandstone And Its Remarkable Fossil Remains (1859)

By John Anderson

Book Overview

""Dura Den: A Monograph of the Yellow Sandstone and its Remarkable Fossil Remains"" is a book written by John Anderson and published in 1859. The book provides a comprehensive study of the geological formation known as the Yellow Sandstone, which is located in Scotland's Dura Den. The author examines the various layers of the sandstone and describes the unique features of each layer. The book also focuses on the numerous fossil remains found in the Yellow Sandstone, including those of plants, insects, and marine animals. Anderson provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of these fossils, which provide valuable insights into the ancient history of the region. In addition to the scientific content, the book also includes anecdotes and observations about the people and landscapes of the area. Anderson's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scientific and general audiences. Overall, ""Dura Den: A Monograph of the Yellow Sandstone and its Remarkable Fossil Remains"" is an important contribution to the field of geology and paleontology, providing a detailed examination of a unique geological formation and the fascinating fossils it contains.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164625675
• ISBN13: 9781164625674
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 122 Pages
• Weight: 0.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"