The Geography of the Region about Devil's Lake, Vol. 5: And the Dalles of the Wisconsin, with Some Notes on Its Surface Geology (Classic Reprint)

Rollin D. Salisbury

ISBN 10: 0260083054 / ISBN 13: 9780260083050

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Geography of the Region about Devil's Lake, Vol. 5: And the Dalles of the Wisconsin, with Some Notes on Its Surface Geology (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260083054
• ISBN 13: 9780260083050
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Explore the geology and dramatic landscapes of Wisconsin’s Devil’s Lake region.

This nonfiction work surveys the physical geography and surface geology of a striking south‑central Wisconsin area, from the Baraboo quartzite ridges to glacial‑epoch remains. It reveals how simple processes like erosion, deposition, and ice movement combine to create canyons, bluffs, and lakes. With clear maps and diagrams, the book illuminates the links between rock layers, topography, and drainage, helping readers see the land’s history in a new light. The Geography of the Region About Devil's Lake, Vol. 5 presents a thorough, accessible view of the forces that shaped this region and its landscapes, useful for students, hikers, and natural history lovers alike.

• Concrete explanations of how quartzite ridges and surrounding plains form and evolve
• Insights into glacial processes, ice movement, and their impact on topography
• Side-by-side discussion of driftless and glaciated regions and their drainage patterns
• Illustrative diagrams and historical context to connect landforms with their origins

Ideal for readers of geology and regional natural history who enjoy clear, durable explanations of how landscapes come to be.