"These ten field guides were written for the 2014 GSA Southeastern Section Meeting, which will take place in Blacksburg, Virginia. They cover such varied topics

"The 2011 Mineral, Virginia, earthquake, the largest to occur in the Appalachian region in more than 100 years, provided new seismologic, engineering, geologic,

"Dr. John M. Dennison spent his career studying the Appalachians, teaching and mentoring his students and professional colleagues, publishing papers, leading fi

Seven chapters explore the diverse geology of Virginia, from its Appalachian highlands to the Atlantic shore.

The contributions in this book explore several geologically significant sites and, in doing so, acknowledge and explore not just the geological exposures themse