[meteorite-list] Re: Meteorites, Ice, and Antarctic

[Notkin]

Frank posted:

>  Don't remember anyone mentioning this book and am curious if anyone 
>has read it yet?


Dear Frank and List:

I read William Cassidy's book late last year. I think List members 
will find the early sections fascinating, as Mr. Cassidy describes in 
detail the beginnings of the ANSMET program, including a number of 
amusing and exciting episodes. There are also some 
beautifully-written passages describing the Antarctic landscape.

I found the later sections to be less interesting, as they focus 
primarily on research in the lab, classification, and various 
scientific theories.

I'm sure some List members will find these sections rewarding, but 
personally I really wanted to read an entire book about Cassidy's 
adventures on the ice, as he was there almost at the very beginning.

Definitely worth checking out, though.


Regards,

Geoff N.