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The oceans are so large and our knowledge of them so limited that we sometimes think of the sea floor as a vast uniform wasteland. But modern oceanographic research is revealing that each part of the sea floor has its own characteristic features and is as distinct as the geologic and topographic provinces on land. The deep ocean floor holds the same fascination for us as unexplored mountain tops, jungles, or the surface of the moon and planets. And, since the oceans cover more than 70 percent of the earth's surface, the ocean floor holds the key to much of the history and evolution of our earth. There are very few places in the depths of the ocean that have been explored and studied directly by man, and to which man can relate in the way he relates to the earth on land. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge rift valley, studied during Project FAMOUS, is one of these places.
Explores how literati of China’s mid-Northern Song period developed a social and therapeutic tradition in poetry. Includes a number of translations of the witty poems of the period.
Discover a crucial period and location in the study of brachiopod evolution Part of the Fossils and Strata Monograph Series, A Mid-Ordovician Brachiopod Evolutionary Hotspot in Southern Kazakhstan offers readers an illuminating and engrossing look at brachiopods from the mid-Ordovician period in Southern Kazakhstan. The book explores the geological setting, brachiopod associations, and their implications for biodiversity. It also considers specific localities of interest, systematic paleontology, and provides over two dozen instructive figures and illustrations.
A state-of-the-art overview of this rapidly expanding field, featuring fundamental theory, practical applications, and real-life examples.
Explores the design development and production of the Lotus Europa, Lotus's first mid-engined road car. It covers the Renault-powered Series 1 and 2 cars, the Lotus Twin Cam-engined versions, and the Type 47 racing models.
Mid-Atlantic Gardener's Handbook offers information on annuals, perennials, edibles, and more for passionate gardeners living in the Mid-Atlantic region. With monthly tips and critical when-to-do-it information, this is a must-read.