Forlagets bokomtale: The making of a land . Geology of Norway The making of a land . Geology of Norway takes the reader on a journey in geological time, from primordial times to the present day. A fantastic journey from the summits of Norway's spectacular rugged and weather-beaten mountains to the riches concealed in the sedimentary rocks on the continental shelf. This book displays the treasures of Norwegian geology for everyone to see. Norway's geological resources represent the foundation of its welfare state. During several centuries first the mining, and then the oil, industries have been economic mainstays, and this will continue in the future. New technologies and the efforts of the oil companies have brought wealth to the country, and given us new insights into the mysteries of "hidden Norway". The book presents a description both of Norway and the planet we inhabit and depend on for survival. It is lavishly illustrated with photographs and maps from all over the country. The Norwegian edition has been awarded the GOLD PRIZE for Design, named .Year.s Most Beautiful Scientific Encyclopedia 2007. in the class of technical literature.