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Have you ever wondered why there are so many caves in Missouri, or why all the trout streams are in the southern part of the state? Are you surprised that volcanoes were once part of the Missouri scene? Perhaps you have questioned why cities and towns are located where they are, or why there are so many cement factories along the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers? Answers to these and other interesting questions regarding the geography, history, culture, and economy of Missouri can now be found in Missouri Geology.

Intended for the general reader, Missouri Geology is a well-illustrated introduction to the fascinating geology of Missouri. Unklesbay and Vinyard begin by describing in non-technical language the physical features of Missouri. They continue with descriptions of the state's landscape, caves, sinkholes, and water resources, and then move to the detailed discussions of the state's major rock formations, explaining how they came to be and how they influence modern life. Numerous photos, maps, charts and drawings help the reader understand both general and specific concepts

Missouri Geology shows geology to be dynamic and ever-changing, foretelling future transformations through the history of the past. Anyone interested in rocks, the history of the earth, or Missouri , in particular, will find this book an invaluable resource.

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