Book Reviews The thirteenth section, “Field trip guide book” (Thom- son), contains the description of the local geology and hydrology of Springfield, Missouri, and the description of the field trip stops along with environmental and en- gineering concems. ‘And finally the fourteenth section, “Supplemental” contains one paper, probably a late entry, on the impor- tance of sinkhole studies in southwestern Iran (Afrasi bbian). This paper presents the results of sinkhole studies conducted in Dasht-e Arzhan polje, in southwestern Iran. Overall, this proceedings volume provides a wealth of information on the latest techniques being employed by the consulting practitioners, local and regional gov- emmental bodies, and the latest research in karst land- scapes. As indicated on the back cover, “karst terrane cause a plethora of problems around the world. in this series of Proceedings, engineers and geologists from across the U.S. and all over the globe recount their ex- periences, successes, and failures attempting to deal with this unique and quixotic landscape.” The editors and their assistant did an admiral job of compiling this volume and the authors included should be commended for their continued quest to understand this complicated and sometimes misunderstood landscape. The readers ‘may not agree with some of the results or conclusions presented, however, the information provided is essential to continue the dialogue between consultants, planners, and academia, This proceeding volume costs $105.00 and if the information alone is not worth the cost, the cover photograph is. REFERENCE Beck, Bary F. ab J. Brab Steruenson (Editors), 1997, The Engi reering Geology and Hydrogeology of Karst Terranes, Pro ceedings of the Sixth Multidisciplinary Conference on Sink- holes and the Engineering and Environmental Impacts of karst, Springfield, Missouri, 6-9 April: A.A. Balkema, Rotterdam, ‘Netherlands, ISBN 90 $410 8673, $105.00, 516 p. Engineering Geology, An Environmental Approach (Second Edition) (Perry H. Rahn) Review by: R. Warren Krager, C.E.G. AGRA Earth & Environmental Inc,, 7477 S. W. Tech Center Drive, Portland, OR 97223-8025 In the preface to Engineering Geology, An Environ- ‘mental Approach (Second Edition), the author describes the intended use of the book as a text for upper level college students of geological engineering. The book may also be helpful for students of engineering geology and general geology who wish to gain knowledge of some ‘of the disciplines within the broad category of engineering geology. An introductory treatment of subjects such as soil and rock mechanics, hydrogeology, seismology, exploration geophysics, and related fields are presented in this book. ‘The author has arranged the subject matter in a logical sequence of chapters. At the beginning of each chapter the author has provided a number of interesting, humor- ous, and sometimes bizarre quotes that pertain to the engineering geologic contents of the chapter. The chap- ters are subdivided into sections that present concepts, methods of analyses, examples, and case histories, and ‘most chapters conclude with a problem set, The book has numerous photos, figures, diagrams, and tables t0 supplement the text. It contains 14 chaptets that provide the reader with a diverse sampling of engineering geol- ‘ogy topics and applications. Chapter 1 addresses current population and develop- ment trends, and identifies the need for evaluation and mitigation of geologic hazards. Chapter 2 investigates the use of maps, aerial photos, and remote sensing techniques in engineering geology evaluations. Chapter 3 presents, a discussion of weathering and soil forming processes, and typical bedrock occurrences in a variety of geogra- phic regions. Chapter 4 deals with mechanics and en- gineering principles of rock masses. Chapter 5 covers soil mechanics and soil engineering principles. Chapter 6 discusses mass wasting processes and methods for ana- lyzing landslides. Chapter 7 covers the hydrologic cycle, ‘ground-water concepts and analytical techniques. Chapter 8 discusses fluvial processes, stream dynamics, and en- gineered control structures. Chapter 9 covers land sub- sidence mechanisms and examples. Chapter 10 presents engineering geology concepts of coastal regions. Chap- ter 11 addresses earthquakes and seismicity. Chapter 12 presents geophysical exploration techniques for evalua- tion of subsurface geologic and engineering properties. Chapier 13 discusses energy sources and utilization trends. Chapter 14, the final chapter of the book, discusses con- cepts of designing with nature and land-use planning t0 minimize impact by geologic hazards and preventable losses. The appendices contain Metric-English conver- sions, solutions to problems presented at the end of the chapters, and addresses of state geology surveys. Alpha- betized references and the index follow the appendix at the end of the book. This book would serve well as a text for an under- graduate introductory course in engineering geology. The Environmental & Engineering Geoscience, Vol. W, No. 1, Spring 1998, pp. 137-143, 139Book Reviews book would also serve as a reference for graduate level studies if supplemented by mote detailed treatment of some of the subject matter. The book is too general and incomplete in detail to be of use as a stand alone graduate level text. A practicing enginecring geologist, geological engineer, geotechnical engineer or similar professional ‘would probably find the book’s treatment of some of the subject matter too general for project specific use as the author describes. However, the book would serve as a good review source or update for unfamiliar aspects of engineering geology for the practitioner. The book has several a short comings regarding inaccurate application of engineering concepts, particularly in the soil and rock ‘mechanics chapters. Allin all this book does a respectable job of presenting an interesting sampling of current engineering geology concepts and applications to its intended audience. REFERENCES Raw, Penny, H., 1996, Engineering Geology, An Environmental ‘Approach, Second Edition: Prentice Hall PTR, One Lake Street, Upper Saddle River. NJ, 07458, 657 p. Roadside Geology of Hawaii (Richard W. Hazlett and Donald W. Hyndman) Review by: Frank L. Peterson Department of Geology and Geophysics, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI 96892 Roadside Geology of Hawail is the latest in a con- tinuing series of state geologic roadguides written pri marily for the general lay public. Like previous guides in this series, Roadside Geology of Hawaii is informa- tive, well-written and generally an excellent geologic guide for the lay public as well as professional geologists. It is printed in a convenient 6 x 9 in. paperback format, and its 307 pages are amply illustrated with numerous, black and white photographs and line drawings and ‘maps with important features highlighted in multiple red shadings. The guide consists of seven chapters, with the opening chapter providing a general introduction to Hawaiian geology and geologic processes and terminol- ogy. The remaining six chapters provide more detailed Buides to the roadside geology of the six major Hawaiian islands, The guide concludes with a short glossary of, geologic terms and a list of additional suggested readings. ‘The first 50 pages of this guide (Chapter one) are devoted to a general description of the geology of the Hawaiian Islands. Included are discussions of the overall structure of the Hawaiian Islands and Ridge, its hopspot origin, magma generation and processes, volcanic edi- fices and structures, rift zones, lava types and flow structures, ages of the islands, giant landslides and tsu- namis, isostatic subsidence, soil formation, erosion and landscape evolution, and coral reef and beach formation. Generally, this chapter provides a good introduction to Hawaii geology and processes, although by necessity the descriptions of some concepts are overly brief and in- complete. Chapter 2, which takes up nearly a third of the entire book, describes the geology of the island of Hawaii. It begins with a general description of the five major voleanoes which comprise the Big Island of Hawaii, and then gives more detailed geologic roadguides for the following areas: Hilo and its vicinity, Hilo to Hawaii Volcanic National Park, Kilauea Crater Rim Drive, Kilauea Chain of Craters Road, southeast Kilauea volcano, from Keau to Kapoho to Pahoa, Mauna Loa, Kilauea to Kona over Kilauea, Mauna Loa and Hualalai volcanoes, Kona to Waimea over Hualalai, Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, and Kohala volcanoes, Kohala volcano, Waimea to Hilo along the Hamakua coast of Mauna Kea volcano, Hilo to Waimea Saddle Road between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea volcanoes, and Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea summit, Chapter 3 describes the geology of the island of Maui. 1k begins with a general description of the two voleanoes, which comprise Maui, West Maui and Haleakala, or East, Maui, and gives roadguides for the following areas: on West Maui, Kahului to Tao Valley, Kahului to Lahaina via central Maui, Lahaina to Kahului along the north- west coast; on East Maui, Kihei Wailea area, Hana high- way from Kahului to Hana, Hana to Kahului along the southwest coast, and Haleakala summit. Chapter 4 de- scribes the geology of Lanai, which consists of a single large shield volcano, and includes guides for the fol- lowing areas: Lanai City to the southern coastal areas of Kaumalapau Harbor and Menele Bay, Lanai City to the northern coastal area of Shiprock Beach, and two 4-wheel drive tracks in the interior highlands. Crapter 5 describes the geology of the island of Molokai, which ‘consists of two main volcanoes, East and West Molokai. Roadguides for the following areas are given: southeast coast from Kaunakakai to Halawa Valley, central West, Molokai from Kaunakakai to Maunaloa, West Molokai coast, and Kalaupapa Overlook. Chapter 6 descrites the geology of the most heavily populated Hawaiian island, 140 Environmental & Engineering Geoscience, Nol. IV, No. 1, Spring 1998, pp. 137-143,