Living Earth: Outline of the Geology of Iceland

by Ari Trausti Guðmundsson

A reader's journey through the geological history of Iceland. A tale of the creation of Iceland and how it became what it is today. A venture into the natural wonders; into a variety of volcanic phenomena and the geothermal wonderland, blending into the largest glaciated areas in Europe and situated at a hotspot of the global tectonic system. You will also find here an overview of the rocks and minerals, the dynamic marine environment, the climatic history and the present climatic trend which is of importance in the context of global warming and spurs the quest for renewable, clean energy resources, where Iceland has a prominent role.

Genres: Geology, Science, Nonfiction

Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

Ari Trausti was educated at the Universities of Oslo and Iceland, studying mainly geophysics and geology. He has published over 20 books on nature, environmental issues, travelling and mountaineering in Iceland. He is also a published poet and author of novels, and was a TV weatherman for over a decade.

Reviews

[Rubye Strickland · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super informative but not always the most interesting. And that’s coming from a geology nerd.