The Middle Devonian of Ohio: A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of the Ogden Graduate School of Science in Candidacy for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Clinton Raymond Stauffer

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656171367 ISBN 13: 9780656171361

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the Middle Devonian of Ohio, a thorough, field‑grounded study of a pivotal chapter in the state’s geological history.

This 1909 dissertation presents a careful description of the Middle Devonian formations in Ohio, detailing their distribution, lithology, and fossil content. It surveys outcrops, sections, and faunas across central and adjoining districts, offering a clear view of how these rocks fit into North American Devonian history.

The work combines historical context, section-by-section observations, and faunal lists to illuminate how the Columbus and related formations were formed and how their fossil life varied by location. It emphasizes careful description over speculation, making it a valuable reference for students, field scientists, and readers with an interest in Ohio geology or Devonian marine life.

• Learning how Ohio’s Middle Devonian rocks are mapped and classified across different regions.
• Identifying key fossil groups found in central Ohio outcrops and what they reveal about ancient seas.
• Understanding the relationships between rock types, stratigraphy, and faunal distribution.
• Reviewing historical and modern perspectives on Devonian geology in surrounding states and provinces.

Ideal for readers of regional geology, fossil enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how a detailed geological survey is conducted and organized.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656171367
• ISBN 13: 9780656171361
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 262