East of Yellowstone
Geology of Clarks Fork Valley and the Nearby Beartooth and Absaroka Mountains

REVIEWS

“Bob Carson creates a testament of beauty for all of us who care about the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. In his loving embrace of the Clarks Fork Valley, we read this landscape with fresh eyes paying attention to what is bedrock. ‘East of Yellowstone’ is an ode to history, geologic and human, in the midst of ecological splendor, written and photographed by one who pays attention to all that is enduring, dynamic and vulnerable.”

–Terry Tempest Williams, “Finding Beauty in a Broken World”

“Written for the general public as well as geologists, this book illuminates the dramatic geologic features and rich geologic history centering on the Clarks Fork country just east of Yellowstone Park. An introduction invites the reader into geography of rugged mountains, high uplands and scenic valleys. The geologic overview describes a remarkable history, including the enigmatic Heart Mountain Fault, and extensive late Pleistocene glaciation that created a glacially dammed lake in the present Sunlight Basin. Dramatic color photographs and some maps and diagrams enhance the story. Most of the book is five useful road logs that guide the reader along the main roads through these fascinating landscapes.”

–Kenneth Pierce, Ph.D., coauthor of books on the geology of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks

“East of Yellowstone is a robust and highly engaging portrait of the geological history and features of one of the most fascinating natural theaters in the world. This area may be less celebrated, but many consider it to be at least as stunning and geologically informative as Yellowstone National Park. Written by Whitman College geologist Bob Carson, Ph.D., this book is at once authoritative and poignant as Carson displays both his knowledge and abiding love for the Greater Yellowstone region. The book’s introduction invites you on a roller coaster voyage tracing ice and water flow from the high, rugged peaks of the Beartooth and Absaroka mountains to the floodplains more than 7,000 feet below. If that journey through place doesn’t stimulate your senses and imagination, then the following geologic overview, taking you on a journey through time to encounter glaciers, volcanoes and dramatic mountain-building events should do the trick. The remainder of the book focuses on five road logs, providing clear, concise descriptions and explanations about the geology and landscapes you will come across along each route.

“The book is highlighted throughout with remarkable photographs by Duane Scroggins and the author. These photographs, together with well-chosen and easy-to-understand charts and illustrations help make the book a joy to read and apply no matter what your training or knowledge. I only wish that East of Yellowstone had been available when we were creating our interpretation of Greater Yellowstone geology and geomorphology in the Draper Museum of Natural History, and I can assure you it will be a prized companion on our future field trips. This book will absolutely enhance your understanding and appreciation of the Greater Yellowstone region.”

–Charles R. Preston, Ph.D., founding and senior curator, Draper Museum of Natural History,
Buffalo Bill Historical Center Cody, Wyoming

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