Geology Of The City Of New York (1909)

Geology of the City of New York is a comprehensive book written by Louis Pope Gratacap in 1909. The book provides a detailed account of the geological history of New York City, including its rocks, minerals, and fossils. Gratacap explores the various geological formations that make up the city's landscape, including the Manhattan schist, the Bronx River Valley, and the Long Island Sound. The book also discusses the impact of human activity on the city's geology, such as the excavation of the subway system and the construction of skyscrapers. Throughout the book, Gratacap uses detailed maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the geological features of the city. Overall, Geology of the City of New York is an essential resource for anyone interested in the geology of one of the world's most iconic cities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.