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The Geologic Story of Colorado National Monument / Revised Edition

By Stanley William Lohman
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A clear, illustrated account explains the origin and development of the monument's rocks and landforms, tracing ancient basement rocks through Jurassic sandstones, Mesozoic deposits containing dinosaur-bearing beds, and younger sediments to the modern cliffs and canyons. The text highlights major gaps in the rock record and describes episodes of dune and marine deposition, peat and lake deposits, uplift, faulting and monocline formation, and the erosional processes that carved the present landscape. Short historical notes recount early human activity and park formation. Maps, photographs, diagrams, field trips, and a concise reference list support both casual visitors and nontechnical readers.

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Stanley William Lohman

Stanley William Lohman was a geologist and author known for his contributions to the understanding of the geological features of national parks in the United States. His notable works include "The Geologic Story of Arches National Park," which provides insights into the unique geological formations of the area, as well as similar studies on Canyonlands National Park and Colorado National Monument. Lohman's writings are characterized by their clear explanations of complex geological processes, making them accessible to both the general public and those with a keen interest in geology.

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