Geological Survey Of Michigan: Upper Peninsula, 1869-1873 V2: Iron Bearing Rocks (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163279557)

The book ""Geological Survey of Michigan: Upper Peninsula, 1869-1873 V2: Iron Bearing Rocks"" by T. B. Brooks is a comprehensive study of the geology of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, specifically focusing on the iron-bearing rocks in the area. The author, T. B. Brooks, was a geologist who worked for the Michigan Geological Survey during the late 19th century.The book is the second volume of the survey, and it covers the period from 1869 to 1873. It includes detailed descriptions and analyses of the geological formations in the Upper Peninsula, including the iron-bearing rocks that were of particular interest to the mining industry at the time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the geology of the area. The first chapter provides an overview of the geology of the Upper Peninsula, while the second chapter focuses on the iron-bearing rocks and their distribution throughout the region.Subsequent chapters delve into specific topics such as the stratigraphy of the rocks, the mineralogy of the iron ores, and the geologic history of the region. The book also includes detailed maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers better understand the geological features of the area.Overall, ""Geological Survey of Michigan: Upper Peninsula, 1869-1873 V2: Iron Bearing Rocks"" is an important resource for anyone interested in the geology of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, particularly those interested in the mining industry and the iron-bearing rocks that were so important to the region's economy during the late 19th century.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.

Author: T. B. Brooks
ISBN-10: 1163279552
ISBN-13: 9781163279557
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 312
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.65d