Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 736 pages
- Published by: Prentice Hall
- Edition: 8th Edition March 14, 2004
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 0131148656
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-0131148659
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Book Dimensions:
10.8 x 8.1 x 0.9 inches
- Weighs: 3.4 pounds
Product Description
To understand timely issues such as natural disasters and environmental challenges—and to evaluate solutions to related problems—the average citizen requirements a basic awareness of the scientific principles that influence our planet. This trusted book makes an often-complex subject accessible to readers with a strong focus on readability and illustrations.
Offers a meaningful, non-technical survey that is informative and up to date for learning basic principles and concepts. Includes a revised and expanded GEODe Earth CD-ROM. Updates and revises art and illustrations to include dozens of new high-quality, photographs carefully selected to aid understanding and add realism. Provides a wealth of new special-interest boxes, including "Earth as a System," "People and the Environment," and "Understanding Earth."
A useful reference for anyone interested in learning more about Earth's geology.
Reader ReviewsThis is a great textbook for anyone who wants to learn more about Geology. It presents complex ideas in an easy to understand format. I bought this for a college course two years ago and I liked it so much that I still have it.