Publisher's Synopsis
""The Glacial History of Nantucket and Cape Cod"" is a comprehensive study of the geological formation and history of these two regions in Massachusetts. Written by John Howard Wilson and originally published in 1906, the book explores the evidence of glacial activity in the area, including the movement of ice sheets and the deposition of glacial debris. The author argues that there is evidence of a fourth center of glacial depression in North America, which he believes was located in the vicinity of Nantucket and Cape Cod. This theory is based on the geological features of the area and the distribution of glacial deposits. The book includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of the various types of glacial deposits, such as moraines, eskers, and kames. It also discusses the impact of glacial activity on the landscape and the formation of natural features such as kettle ponds and drumlins. Overall, ""The Glacial History of Nantucket and Cape Cod"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the geological history of this region of Massachusetts and the broader study of glacial activity in North America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
