Library Journal

Most travelers through the Great Basin see only the great American Desert. Luckily, there are people like Fiero who can explain this landscape with knowledge and affection. He examines the geologic history of the Basin (which is mostly in Nevada and Utah) in an easy and instructive manner. Intended for the general reader, this well-illustrated work mixes basic principles with the latest discoveries in Basin geology. Beautiful photographs and numerous drawings complement the text. Geologists not already familiar with the area will learn quite a bit, too. A good book. R.G. Schipf, Univ. of Montana Lib.