This accessible survey of Wisconsin geography is sure to delight scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike. A beautiful array of nearly 250 photographs and easy-to-read maps illustrate key geographical concepts and structures, such as:

• physical features: bedrock geology, glaciation, landforms, soils, climate, and vegetation 


• cultural landscapes: population density, ethnic populations, demographics, and political affiliations


• economic activity: agriculture, forestry, mining, manufacturing, transportation, recreation, and tourism

Aware that geography is shaped as much by settlement patterns and people as by geology and weather, John A. Cross and Kazimierz J. Zaniewski have created an up-to-date and authoritative overview of the Dairy State's lands and life. The Geography of Wisconsin will remain a valuable reference for decades to come.

John A. Cross is emeritus professor of geography at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. He is the author of Ethnic Landscapes of America and has published widely on topics related to the geography of Wisconsin. He is the recipient of a National Science Foundation grant.

Kazimierz J. Zaniewski is emeritus professor of geography at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh. His coauthored books include World Regional Geography, The Internationalization of European Sports Teams and the Issue of National Citizenship, and Atlas of Ethnic of Diversity in Wisconsin.

Contents
List of Illustrations
Preface 

1 Introduction to Wisconsin
2 Wisconsin’s Physical Landscape: Its Geology and Landforms
3 Climate, Vegetation, and Soils of Wisconsin
4 Natural Hazards in Wisconsin
5 Settlement of Wisconsin 1: Fur Trading and Mining 
6 Settlement of Wisconsin 2: Forestry
7 Settlement of Wisconsin 3: Farming and Ethnic Settlers  
8 Agriculture in Wisconsin 1: Farms and Crops
9 Agriculture in Wisconsin 2: Dairying and Livestock Production
10 Transportation in Wisconsin
11 Manufacturing and Industry in Wisconsin
12 Urbanization in Wisconsin
13 Cultural Landscapes and Demographics of Wisconsin 
14 Recreation and Tourism in Wisconsin

References
Index