The Beauty of Geology: Art of Geology Mapping in China Over a Century

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Synopsis

This open access book contains a collection of rare geologic maps and figures made by Chinese geologists in the last century. Preserved in National Geological Archives of China, these artworks demonstrate the development and innovation of geological mapping technology in China in the past 100 years. The collections are highly scientific and artistic, with most of the hand-drawn maps featured with traditional Chinese painting techniques, while the newer ones being more accurate and embedded with more scientific information with the aid of computer techniques.

Book details

Edition:
1st ed. 2019
Author:
Chenyang Li, Liqiong Jia, Xuan Wu
ISBN:
9789811337864
Related ISBNs:
9789811337857
Publisher:
Springer Singapore, Singapore
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
Yes
Date of addition:
2019-03-04
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2019
Copyright by:
The Editor 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Art and Architecture, Earth Sciences, Nonfiction