{"product_id":"373-grkazsd","title":"Arizona Rocks!: A Guide to Geologic Sites in the Grand Canyon State (Bargain)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor: \u003c\/strong\u003eT. Scott Bryan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOur public science bargain books are new and unread, but show minor cosmetic imperfections such as small scuffs, corner dings, or light shelf wear from shipping or handling. The content inside is unaffected and fully intact. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArizona is a geologist's playground, with a scientifically intriguing story behind every rocky outcrop, dry playa, and sparkling spring. \u003ci\u003eArizona Rocks!\u003c\/i\u003e tells the stories of 44 of the best geologic sites in the state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only will you learn about well-known places, such as Barringer Meteorite Crater and Petrified Forest National Park, you'll also discover lesser-known sites, including Hopi Buttes, which formed from steam-driven explosions; Peridot Mesa, where gemstones from the Earth's interior are found; and Montezuma Well, a limestone sinkhole with a perennial supply of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmple color photographs compliment the text, and maps help get you where you need to be. \u003ci\u003eArizona Rocks!\u003c\/i\u003e is the second book in the state-by-state Geology Rocks! series, which introduces readers to some of the most compelling and accessible geologic sites in each state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Bryan, a former mining geologist with the National Park Service, identifies 44 sites of geological interest in Arizona and offers tips on visiting the monuments and parks. Numerous color photographs and maps illustrate rock formations, mineral deposits, fossils, mine pits, and roads for accessing the locations. Recommended for public library collections and adventurous tourists.\" —\u003cem\u003eReference Research Book News\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT. Scott Bryan earned degrees in geological sciences at San Diego State University and the University of Montana. He spent fourteen summers working in Yellowstone National Park and later served in the Volunteer in Parks program. He is the author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Geysers of Yellowstone\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (University Press of Colorado).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/store.geosociety.org\/collections\/sale-books-public-science-books-at-30-off\" title=\"link to public science bargain books\"\u003eCheck to see if there is a bargain edition of this book available\u003c\/a\u003e. Our bargain stock changes regularly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublished: \u003c\/strong\u003e2\/15\/2013\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN: \u003c\/strong\u003e9780878425983\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePages: \u003c\/strong\u003e112\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e9 x 8.375\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat: \u003c\/strong\u003ePaperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code: \u003c\/strong\u003e373-GRKAZSD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Category: \u003c\/strong\u003eGeology Rocks!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52091441774821,"sku":"373-grkaz","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/4070\/8325\/files\/ARSD.png?v=1787246669","url":"https:\/\/store.geosociety.org\/products\/373-grkazsd","provider":"GSA Online Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}