Author: See, T.J.J.
Title: A new theory of earthquakes and mountain formation (etc.)
Description: American Philosophical Society, 1907.Offprint of vol.46, 1907.Paper covers.V.g./No Jacket.A forerunner of Wegener, See proposes a new theory, namely that earthquakes occur as a result of ""secular leakage of ocean bottoms"".Although he does not actually use the word 'subduction' he is clearly heading in the right direction.Pp.369-416; folded map (intact). In English.1 kg.

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