Physical Geology 13th Revised edition by Plummer, Charles (Carlos) C., Carlson, Diane H., McGeary, Da (2009) Paperback - Softcover

Charles C. Plummer; Diane H. Carlson; David McGeary

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0070167079 ISBN 13: 9780070167070

Publisher: MCGRAW HILL CREATE, 2009

Synopsis

Physical Geology, 13th edition, is the latest refinement of a classic introductory text that has helped countless students learn basic physical geology concepts for over 25 years. Students taking introductory physical geology to fulfill a science elective, as well as those contemplating a career in geology, will appreciate the accessible writing style and depth of coverage in Physical Geology. Hundreds of carefully rendered illustrations and accompanying photographs correlate perfectly with the descriptions to help readers quickly grasp new geologic concepts. Numerous learning tools and a website further assist students in their study of physical geology.

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About the Author:

CHARLES PLUMMER Professor Charles "Carlos" Plummer grew up in the shadows of volcanoes in Mexico City. There, he developed a love for mountains and mountaineering that eventually led him into geology. He received his B.A. degree from Dartmouth College. DIANE CARLSON Professor Diane Carlson grew up on the glaciated Precambrian shield of northern Wisconsin and received an A.A. degree at Nicolet College in Rhinelander and B.S. in geology at the University of Wisconsin at Eau Claire. LISA HAMMERSLEY Dr. Lisa Hammersley hails originally from England and received a BSc. in geology from the University of Birmingham. After graduating she travelled the world for a couple of years before returning to her studies and received a Ph.D. in Geology from the University of California at Berkeley.

About this edition

• Publisher: MCGRAW HILL CREATE
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 0070167079
• ISBN 13: 9780070167070
• Binding: Paperback