GEOLOGICAL JOURNEYS BY NICK NORMAN & GAVIN WHITFIELD

GEOLOGICAL JOURNEYS BY NICK NORMAN & GAVIN WHITFIELD. SOFTCOVER, 320 PAGES, NO INSCRIPTIONS OR NAMES, SMALL TAPE REPAIR TO FRONT, CRACKED SPINE BUT OTHERWISE IN GOOD CONDITION WITH WEAR AND TEAR AS SHOWN IN PICTURES. GOOD READING COPY.

"Geological Journeys: a travellers guide to South Africas rocks and landforms is an essential companion for car journeys. How often have we wondered about the jaunty tilt of a mountain ahead, the unusual patterns of a road cutting, the colour and texture of the roadside soil, or the purpose of a distant minehead? This handy volume offers answers and explanations about features along all the major routes across South Africa, and some of the lesser, but geologically interesting, routes too. Also included are the three main metropolitan areas Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban so that city residents can understand the geological features surrounding them. In simple language, and using familiar landmarks to pinpoint sites and subtle phenomena, the authors bring to light our rich geological heritage, its likely roots and often tumultuous history. Along the way, they also discuss the historical background, personalities and stories that bring the landscape to life." - Online summary