A geographer presents an introduction to the badlands environments of the western United States. The physical geography and geology of these spectacular environments is presented in plain language (Reading level is Age 12 to Adult) and is fully illustrated (37 full-color photos, diagrams, and maps). The book is aimed at travelers and teachers who would like a concise overview of the processes that sculpted these dry country landscapes. A glossary is included. Regions featured are: Little Missouri River Badlands of North Dakota; White River Badlands of South Dakota and Nebraska, Paint Mines of...
A geographer presents an introduction to the badlands environments of the western United States. The physical geography and geology of these spectacul...