{"product_id":"contributions-to-the-history-of-lake-bonneville","title":"Contributions to the History of Lake Bonneville","description":"'Contributions to the History of Lake Bonneville' by Grove Karl Gilbert is a detailed study of the geological history of the Great Basin region, focusing on the Quaternary history of the valleys and the formation of ancient lakes. The book explores the organization of the Geological Survey, the division of the Great Basin, and the study of various geologic formations. It discusses the climate, rainfall, and drainage patterns of the region, as well as the formation of lakes, shorelines, and sediments. Through a combination of geological evidence, sediment analysis, and topographic studies, the book reconstructs the climatic oscillations that occurred during the Quaternary period, highlighting the impact of climate change on the formation of lakes, the erosion of mountains, and the deposition of sediments. The author emphasizes the importance of understanding the region's geological history to gain insights into past climatic conditions and environmental changes. Overall, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the geological processes that shaped the Great Basin region and offers valuable insights into the region's past climate and landscape evolution.","brand":"HardPess Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Perfect Bound","offer_id":50190128316720,"sku":"9781313103077","price":8.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thegreatbritishbookshop.co.uk\/products\/contributions-to-the-history-of-lake-bonneville","provider":"The Great British Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}