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Trade paperback. Subtitled, "A Journey Into The Geological Past", fully revised and updated with a new colour section and integrated illustrations throughout. An exploration of time and place, revealing the hidden landscape of the British Isles. 'A very well written book about geology and geological history' David Attenborough, "The Times"
Synopsis
Guides readers throughout the British Isles. This work states that Britain was once divided into two parts separated by an ocean, that Scottish malt whisky, Harris tweed, slate roofs and thatched cottages can be traced back to tumultuous events which took place many millions of years ago.
