Quarries In The Lava Beds At Meriden, Connecticut (1896) - William Morris Davis - Bog

Quarries In The Lava Beds At Meriden, Connecticut is a historical book written by William Morris Davis in 1896. The book is a detailed account of the geological formation of the Meriden lava beds and the quarries that were established there. Davis, who was a renowned geologist, provides an in-depth analysis of the geological features of the lava beds, including their composition, structure, and origin. He also describes the different types of rocks that were extracted from the quarries, such as basalt and trap rock, and their various uses in construction and other industries. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs that help to illustrate the geological features of the area. Quarries In The Lava Beds At Meriden, Connecticut is an important historical document that provides valuable insights into the geological history of the region and the development of the quarrying industry in the late 19th century.This scarce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.