“Britain’s landscapes and rocks are a sprawling chronicle of the history of the Isles in deep time.  Robert Westwood’s beautiful book makes this epic manuscript legible to all.”  Marcia Bjornerud, author of Turning to Stone and Timefulness, Professor of Geosciences, Lawrence University, Wisconsin.

 

“This book provides a most attractive and accessible introduction to Britain’s geological history.”  Jan Zalasiewicz, author of Planet in a Pebble and How to Read a Rock, Professor of Palaeobiology, University of Leicester.

 

“In his richly illustrated book, Robert explores the UK’s rich geological history and heritage. Leaving no stone unturned, he elegantly shines a light on the sedimentary, igneous, and metamorphic rocks that make up our home.”   Chris Jackson, Visiting Professor, Department of Earth Science and Engineering, Imperial College, London.