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Syntheses of the geology of major areas of the Earth's crust are
increasingly needed in order that the features of, and the problems
associated with, the secular evolution of the continents can be
understood by a wide audience. Southern Africa is fortunate in
having a remarkable variety of geological environments developed
without many breaks over 3. 8 Ga, and many of the rock groups are
household names throughout the geological world. In one respect the
geology of Southern Africa is particularly important: cratonization
clearly began as early as 3. 0 Ga ago, in contrast to about 2. 5 Ga
in most other continental areas such as North America. This book
documents very well the remarkable change in tectonic conditions
that took place between the Early and Mid-Precambrian; we have here
evidence of the very earliest development of rigid lithospheric
plates. This book is a tribute to the multitudes of scientists who
have worked out the geology of Southern Africa over many years and
decades. Whatever their discipline, each provided a step in the
construction of this fascinating story of 3. 8 Ga of crustal
development. In the book the reader will find a detailed review of
the factual data, together with a balanced account of
interpretative models without the indulgence of undue speculation.
One of its attractions is its multidisciplinary approach which
provides a stimulating challenge to the reader.
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