The Origin of Continents and Oceans
Author | : Alfred Wegener |
Publisher | : Courier Corporation |
Total Pages | : 276 |
Release | : 1966-01-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 0486617084 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780486617084 |
Rating | : 4/5 (084 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Origin of Continents and Oceans written by Alfred Wegener and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 1966-01-01 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1915 Alfred Wegener's seminal work describing the continental drift was first published in German. Wegener explained various phenomena of historical geology, geomorphy, paleontology, paleoclimatology, and similar areas in terms of continental drift. This edition includes new data to support his theories, helping to refute the opponents of his controversial views. 64 illustrations.