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The Geologic History of Florida: Major Events That Formed the Sunshine State, by Albert C. Hine

10/15/2014

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The Geologic History of Florida is a very readable history of the geological events that created the shape, land forms and bodies of water that surround Florida. Author Dr. Hine, professor in the College of Marine Science at the University of South Florida, is a winner of the prestigious national Francis P. Shepard Medal for outstanding contributions to marine geology. 

The story begins approximately 700 million years ago with the breaking apart of large masses of rocks from Earth’s supercontinent and their movement to the present location forming the Florida Platform, the geological foundation of the state.  Using brightly colored charts and photographs, Dr. Hine explains how the changes and collisions with other tectonic plates created underwater caverns, sinkholes, phosphate deposits and the quartz rich sand found on some of Florida’s beautiful beaches. The book continues right through to the current topics of climate change and oil drilling.  Each of the ten chapters ends with a summary of essential points, questions and a glossary of terms. Whether you are a student, scholar, or just interested in learning more about Florida, you will enjoy this easy to understand, beautifully illustrated look at the geology of Florida.  

This book from the Viva Florida selection was donated by the Duncan Lamont Clinch Historical Society to the Nassau County Public Library System.  Viva Florida books were selected for their contribution to Florida’s history and culture.

--Janet Loveless, Fernandina Beach Branch Library

Find The Geologic History of Florida in the Nassau County Public Library System catalog.

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1/10/2019 02:45:09 pm

Geology is not really my cup of tea. Do not get me wrong, I am very fond of science and all its branches. However, I cannot really help but just despise geology. Maybe the reason for this is because I do not like digging. I think that geology is so focused on the terrestrial factors that affect the earth. I am not saying that this is bad, nor am I saying that it is boring. Geology just doesn't interest me much.

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