Princeton University Press - The Quaternary of the U.S.: 3094

The Quaternary of the U.S.: 3094 provides a detailed review of investigations into the geologic, biogeographic, and archaeological records of the continental United States. Covering the last million years of geologic time, this volume from the Princeton Legacy Library serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the Quaternary Era. This work is built upon the contributions of over eighty Quaternary scientists who have provided expertise across fifty-five chapters. The text is organized into four main parts to facilitate research and study. Readers can explore the areal geology, specifically focusing on the stratigraphy of glaciated areas east of the Rocky Mountains, the unglaciated eastern and central United States, and the western United States. Beyond geology, the book addresses biogeography, including phytogeography and palynology. This volume is an essential reference for those studying the Earth's history and the environmental evolution of the North American continent.