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Synopsis Himalaya is an impressive, would-class mega-landfrom, which has attracted the attention of scientists and environmentalists alike. The need for an up-to-date, albeit uncomplicated and simplified account of the geology, geological processes and evolutionary history of the Himalaya mountains has been felt for a long time. Valdiya has filled this gap. In this book he has beautifully presented an excellent summary of the findings of innumerable international and national endeavours undertaken during the last few decades to unravel the evolution of the world's highest mountain. The author has given a systematic and step-by-step account of the major geological events spread over ten chapters. The introductory chapter describes the physiographic, climatic and bio-geographical characteristics of the Himalaya mountains and sets the right tone for the following chapters that deal with specific geological events, such as the northward movement of the Indian peninsula, India-Asia collision, associated volcanic activity, emergence of the various Himalayan domains and establishment of Himalayan drainage.