The Pleistocene of North America by Oliver Perry Hay
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"The Pleistocene of North America" by Oliver P. Hay is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive work explores the Pleistocene epoch, focusing specifically on the geology and vertebrate fauna of North America, particularly east of the Mississippi River. It aims to detail the biological and geological transformations that occurred during this significant period in Earth's history, synthesizing findings from fossil records and geographical evidence. At the start
of this detailed study, the author introduces his extensive research into the Pleistocene geology and vertebrate life of North America. He discusses the significance of fossil discoveries and emphasizes the necessity of understanding the geological context in which these fossils were found. The opening portion outlines the various stages of the Pleistocene, setting the stage for an in-depth exploration of interglacial periods, glacial cycles, and the overall impact of environmental changes on vertebrate evolution. Hay's meticulous approach reflects the scientific rigor required to explore the complexities of this epoch, indicating a wealth of information and insights to follow throughout the publication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hay, Oliver Perry, 1846-1930 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 23005470 |
| Title |
The Pleistocene of North America and its vertebrated animals from the states east of the Mississippi River and from the Canadian provinces east of longitude 95° |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QE: Science: Geology |
| Subject | Paleontology -- Pleistocene |
| Subject | Paleontology -- North America |
| Subject | Vertebrates, Fossil |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61765 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61765-7 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 333 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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