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10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
 Another fine addition to the Roadside Geology Series Aug 14, 2004
By W. Walker
Where can you find a Wisconsin glen that cuts through 500 million years-old strata deposited near sea cliffs as alternating layers of surf-rounded pink quartzite boulders or stones and colorless sandstone? Where can you find a Wisconsin natural bridge composed of the same sandstone with pink quartzite pebbles dispersed through the sandstone rather than forming alternating layers? Dott and Attig will tell you. They will also tell you that the latter probably represents deposits some miles offshore from those same sea cliffs. The authors will tell you about the broad sweep of Wisconsin geological history, from its tectonic collisions and mountain building era, to its long era just above or below shallow seas, to its recent era of glacial deposits. Illustrated with frequent photos and drawings, this recent addition to the Roadside Geology series continues the tradition of authoritative very readable presentations of current geological interpretations of local as well as regional geology. In addition, historical and fossil aspects may be included. You will want to include this modestly-priced book in your car and on your bookshelf.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
Great book - who knew there were diamonds in Wisconsin? Feb 24, 2006
By Laurie J. Neverman
"The Common Sense Woman"
I took this book with on our last drive across the state and put it to good use. The way the book is organized, coupled with the detailed index, made it easy to identify the geological features we encountered. It also includes a glossary and suggestions for additional reading. The writing style makes it accessible to the layperson, but enough information is given to place it on par with the college level geology course I took in the past.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Written for casual vacationers and geology enthusiasts alike Jun 03, 2004
By Midwest Book Review
Roadside Geology Of Wisconsin is a travel guide written for casual vacationers and geology enthusiasts alike to exploring and marveling at the wonders of the glacier-changed landscape that has seen billions of years. Extensive maps and directions to visible geological highlights in more than 60 state, county, and city parks make Roadside Geology Of Wisconsin an easy-to-follow, adventurous, informative, and entertaining guide. A highly enjoyable and educational supplement for Wisconsin road trips and family outings.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
 It is not just ordinary rolling hills, the geology of Wisconsin is interesting! Sep 02, 2009
By Lisa Trott
As a non-scientist I enjoyed this book. It made me want to know more about the geology of Wisconsin and made sense of land formations I have seen on my drives through the state. Wisconsin is more than ordinary rolling hills. Nice pictures and diagrams. Background information and definitions especially helpful to review basic geology.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
Roadside Geology of Wisconsin Jul 17, 2007
By E. Wine
I have several of the Roadside Geology Series and have found them to be very readable for a novice, and Wisconsin is no exception.
As usual I got it after the fact, and wish I had it before. Our trip would have been that much more interesting if I had known all the interesting things I know now.
I highly recomend any and all Roadside Geology books.
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