Studies on the Marine Pleistocene, Part 1-2

By Horace Gardiner Richards

Book Overview

""Studies On The Marine Pleistocene, Part 1-2"" is a comprehensive book written by Horace Gardiner Richards. The book is divided into two parts and focuses on the marine Pleistocene period, which is a geological epoch that occurred between 2.6 million and 11,700 years ago. In part one, the author provides an overview of the marine Pleistocene period, including its geological history, climate, and environmental changes. He also discusses the various marine organisms that existed during this time, such as mollusks, foraminifera, and diatoms. Part two of the book delves deeper into the marine Pleistocene period, focusing on specific regions and their geological characteristics. The author discusses the marine deposits found in various parts of the world, including Europe, North America, and Asia. He also examines the changes in sea level and ocean currents during this period and how they affected marine life. Overall, ""Studies On The Marine Pleistocene, Part 1-2"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the geological history of the earth and the marine life that existed during the Pleistocene period. The book is well-researched and provides a detailed analysis of the geological features and marine organisms that existed during this time.In Two Parts. The Marine Pleistocene Of The Americas And Europe; Part 2, The Marine Pleistocene Mollusks Of Eastern North America. Transactions Of The American Philosophical Society, V52, Part 3, July 1962.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: 1258292459
• ISBN13: 9781258292454
• Release Date: April 2012
• Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"