The Geologic Story of Mount Rainier / A look at the geologic past of one of America's most scenic volcanoes

A clear, illustrated account of the mountain's geological evolution, from ancient coastal plains and sedimentary deposition through volcanic construction, eruptive deposits (pumice, lava flows, welded tuffs), and sculpting by repeated glaciations. It describes field evidence such as moraines, glacial grooves, and pumice layers used to reconstruct eruptive episodes and ages, examines landslides and mudflows as ongoing hazards, summarizes the volcano's structure and recent eruptive history, and discusses likely future activity and practical implications for water resources and landscape change. Maps, cross sections, photographs, and tables support the geologic interpretations.