Mountains as we know them were formed by a wide range of processes. This vivid introduction
explains the course of orogeny (mountain formation) and the resulting structures the cycles of
plate tectonics and the evolution of landforms. It also presents surprising findings from the
latest research. Popular travel destinations are described in detail - ideal when preparing for
a trip - while a wealth of photos and graphics illustrate the text. Why are mountains as tall
as they are? How does high-pressure rock come to the surface? Is there feedback between
tectonics and the climate? How can mountains form without continental collision far away from
any plate boundaries? And how do we know all this? These and many other questions will be
answered.
