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Geology off the Beaten Track: Exploring South Africa’s Hidden Treasures

Norman, Nick

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MINING GEOLOGY

 Geology off the beaten track follows on the success of author Nick Norman’s earlier Geological Journeys (co-authored with Gavin Whitfi eld), which has sold more than 20 000 copies in the last 6 years. This new book helps readers understand and interpret the geology along SA’s regional and other less-travelled roads.
  • It features 13 detailed routes across the country, taking in geologically interesting areas such as the Richtersveld,Cape winelands and the Valley of Desolation near Graaff-Reinet.
  • The text is richly illustrated with photos and explanatory diagrams, making it suitable for armchair travellers too.
  • Maps for all the routes indicate key geosites, with GPS readings to pinpoint their location.
This is a must-have handbook for travellers in the region, or for anyone wanting to know more about our rocks and landforms.
pp. 256 illusts #240124

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AuthorNorman, Nick
Number of pages256
PublisherStruik Nature / Random House South Africa
Year Published2013
Binding Type

Softcover

Book Condition

AS NEW COPY!

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