AGI to Offer Over the Rivers by Michael Collier

Alexandria, VA — The American Geological Institute (AGI) is pleased to offer “Over the Rivers” by Michael Collier, one of America’s premier aerial photographers.

“Over the Rivers” (ISBN: 1-9314-1421-1) is the second volume in the exciting Aerial View of Geology series (the first was the highly praised Over the Mountains also available through AGI). A geologist, gifted science writer, and photographer Michael Collier presents these spectacular landscapes and stunning aerial photographs that vividly demonstrate geological processes. Vivid text and clear captions guide readers through the exciting photographs, enhancing their understanding of fundamental geological processes.

Renowned in the field of geoscience, Collier has received the American Geological Institute’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Public Understanding of Geosciences. His books have won the National Outdoor Book Award, the National Park Service Director’s Award and the U.S. Geological Survey’s Communications Award.

Many of Collier’s powerful photographs are also featured as part of the Earth Science World Image Bank maintained by AGI. This website provides searchable earth science images for use in education or print. Scientific American called the Image Bank one of the top 10 websites for Earth and Space Science in 2004. The Earth Science World Image Bank can be accessed by going to http://www.earthscienceworld.org/images/.

To learn more about “Over the Rivers” or to order this or other AGI publications online please visit http://www.agiweb.org/pubs/. You may also order by phone by calling 703-379-2480.